Baalbec Collection (#2)

Cairo: The Obelisk of Eliopolis, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Cairo: The Obelisk of Eliopolis, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Baalbec, 1841, (1922). Creator: David Roberts
Baalbec, 1841, (1922). The Gateway to the Great Temple at Baalbec, 19th century depiction of Roman ruins at the ancient site of Baalbek in the Lebanon

The Battle of Heliopolis, 29 Ventose, Year 8 (20 March 1800). Artist: Edme Bovinet
The Battle of Heliopolis, 29 Ventose, Year 8 (20 March 1800). The French under Jean Baptiste Kleber defeated a Mamluk army sent by the British to try to force the French out of Egypt

The First Attempt at Launching, 1877, (1910). Cleopatras Needle was originally erected in the Egyptian city of Heliopolis on the orders of Thutmose III, around 1450 BC

Preparing to Launch, 1877, (1910). Cleopatras Needle was originally erected in the Egyptian city of Heliopolis on the orders of Thutmose III, around 1450 BC

Putting on the Casing, 1877, (1910). Cleopatras Needle was originally erected in the Egyptian city of Heliopolis on the orders of Thutmose III, around 1450 BC

Beginning the Framework, 1877, (1910). Cleopatras Needle was originally erected in the Egyptian city of Heliopolis on the orders of Thutmose III, around 1450 BC

Prising Up the Needle, in order to build the Framework under it, 1877, (1910). Cleopatras Needle was originally erected in the Egyptian city of Heliopolis on the orders of Thutmose III

The Needle lying as it fell at Alexandria, 1877, (1910). Cleopatras Needle was originally erected in the Egyptian city of Heliopolis on the orders of Thutmose III, around 1450 BC

Obelisk, Heliopolis, Egypt, c1890. Artist: Newton & Co
Obelisk, Heliopolis, Egypt, c1890. The oldest standing Ancient Egyptian obelisk in existence, the example at Heliopolis was erected by the 12th Dynasty Pharaoh Senusret I

Pillars of the Great Temple at Balbec, 1841. Artist: J Sands
Pillars of the Great Temple at Balbec, 1841. Roman ruins at the ancient site of Baalbek in the Lebanon. Illustration from Syria, the Holy land and Asia Minor, Volume I, by John Carne

The Great Temple at Baalbec (Heliopolis), Egypt, 1841. Artist: Robert Sands
The Great Temple at Baalbec (Heliopolis), Egypt, 1841. From Syria, the Holy land and Asia Minor, volume III, by John Carne, published by Fisher, Son & Co. (London, 1841)

The obelisk of Heliopolis, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The obelisk of Heliopolis, Egypt, 1905. Obelisks always stood in pairs at the entrance to a temple. This obelisk is now in London

Temple of Bacchus, Baalbek, Lebanon, c1920s-c1930s(?). Baalbek is the site of the ancient city of Heliopolis, which rose to prominence during the later Hellenistic and Roman period

The ruins of Baalbek (Balabakk), Syria, 1900. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The ruins of Baalbek (Balabakk), Syria, 1900. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Obelisk at Heliopolis, Egypt, c1870. Artist: W Dickens
Obelisk at Heliopolis, Egypt, c1870. Illustration from Sinai and Jerusalem; or Scenes from the Bible Lands by the Rev FW Holland, (London, c1870)

Baalbec, Lebanon. Portion of Eastern Portico. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

Baalbec, Lebanon. General View. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

Baalbec, Lebanon. Remains of the Western Portico. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

Baalbek Temple Sun cyclopean wall 1900 properly Baʿalbek
Baalbek. Temple of the Sun from cyclopean wall 1900, Baalbek, properly Ba╩┐albek and also known as Balbec, Baalbec or Baalbeck, is a city in Lebanon

Temple Sun Baalbec Lebanon orientalist photography
Temple of the Sun (Baalbec, Lebanon), orientalist photography, Bonfils, Felix, 1831-1885, Albumen, 1870s

Ruins Eastern Portico Temple Baalbec 1839 David Roberts
Ruins of the Eastern Portico of the Temple of Baalbec, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Circular Temple Baalbec 1839 David Roberts British
Circular Temple at Baalbec, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

An Ancient Obelisk at Matarea, Formerly Heliopolis, Egypt, 1801. Artist: Thomas Milton
An Ancient Obelisk at Matarea, Formerly Heliopolis, Egypt, 1801. The oldest standing Ancient Egyptian obelisk in existence

Battle of Heliopolis, Egypt, 20 March 1800. Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) launched an invasion on Egypt to attack British interests in India

Detail from sculpture of Prince Rahotep High Priest of Heliopolis, Meidum, c26th century BC
Detail from a sculpture of Prince Rahotep High Priest of Heliopolis, Meidum, 4th Dynasty, c26th century BC

Detail of a sculpture of Nofret, wife of Prince Rahotep, Meidum, 4th Dynasty, c26th century BC
Detail of a sculpture of Nofret, wife of Prince Rahotep, High Priest of Heliopolis, Meidum, 4th Dynasty, c26th century BC

Heliopolis Obelisk, Egypt, 1878. Artist: Felix Bonfils
Heliopolis Obelisk, Egypt, 1878. The oldest standing Ancient Egyptian obelisk in existence, this example dates from the reign of the 12th Dynasty Pharaoh Senusret I, who ruled from 1971 to 1926 BC

The Eiffel Tower at the Paris Exhibition as Compared with some of the Highest Buildings
THE EIFFEL TOWER AT THE PARIS EXHIBITION AS COMPARED WITH SOME OF THE HIGHEST BUILDINGS IN THE WORLD: 1. Porcelain Tower, Nankin, China, 200 feet. 2. Chichester Cathedral, 270 feet. 3

Baalbec from the Fountain May 7th 1839. Date published 1843

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View of the ruins at Baalbec

Baalbec, from the south. Date 1862?

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Baalbec, a mesmerizing ancient temple site located in Lebanon, has captivated visitors for centuries. Steeped in history and grandeur, Baalbec stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of this region. Dating back to pre-1900s Lebanon, Baalbec's majestic ruins have withstood the test of time. Once an important religious center dedicated to the Phoenician god Ba'al, it later became a Roman city renowned for its colossal temples. During the Victorian period, explorers and archaeologists were drawn to this magnificent site. They marveled at the intricate carvings and imposing structures that adorned Baalbec's landscape. These intrepid adventurers sought to uncover the secrets hidden within these ancient walls. Pre-1900s photographs of Lebanon showcase Baalbec in all its glory. The sheer scale of its architecture leaves one awestruck - towering columns reaching towards the heavens and intricately designed friezes depicting mythological scenes transport visitors back in time. Today, tourists from around the world flock to witness this architectural marvel firsthand. Walking amidst these ancient ruins is like stepping into another era - a tangible connection between past and present. As you explore Baalbec today, imagine yourself transported back thousands of years ago when this site was bustling with life and vibrant ceremonies honoring deities long forgotten. Let your imagination run wild as you stand before these monumental structures that have witnessed countless generations come and go. Baalbec remains an enduring symbol of Lebanon's rich historical legacy; it serves as a reminder that even after centuries have passed, our human desire for greatness endures through artistry and craftsmanship that transcends time itself.