Bechard Collection

Tobacco merchant, Cairo, Egypt, c. 1880 s
Tobacco merchant, Cairo, Egypt, c.1880 s

Thebes, Temple de Ramasseum, Colosses brises, 1870s

Karnak ee centrale de la salle hypostile orientalist photography
Karnak: allee centrale de la salle hypostile, orientalist photography, Bechard, Emile, ca. 1875

Group Islamic scholars Egypt orientalist photography
Group of Islamic scholars, Egypt, orientalist photography, Bechard, Emile, Albumen, 187-?, Ulema or Islamic scholars

The Colossi of Memnon, Thebes, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
The Colossi of Memnon, Thebes, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. These colossal statues of Amenhotep III (Amenophis III) stood in front of the mortuary temple that is now destroyed

Ombos Temple, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Ombos Temple, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Ruins of the Ptolemaic temple of Kom Ombo. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Eastern columns, Temple of Isis, Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Eastern columns, Temple of Isis, Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Temple of Isis, Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Temple of Isis, Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Column and ruins, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Column and ruins, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Edfu, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Edfu, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. The Ptolemaic Temple of Horus, built between 237 and 57 BC. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Temple ruins, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Temple ruins, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Sacred Lake and temple ruins, Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Sacred Lake and temple ruins, Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Temple interior, Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Temple interior, Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Hunting a crocodile, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Hunting a crocodile, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Village at Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Village at Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Street, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Street, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

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"Exploring the Riches of Egypt: Henri Bechard's Captivating Journey through Time" Step into the world of 19th-century Egypt with Henri Bechard, a renowned artist and adventurer. In his travels, he captured the essence of this ancient land, from its bustling cities to its majestic temples and ruins. One such destination was Cairo, where Bechard encountered the vibrant tobacco merchants who filled the air with their aromatic wares. The city's energy and charm were palpable as he immersed himself in its bustling streets. Venturing further south to Thebes, Bechard stood in awe before the Temple de Ramasseum. Amongst its grandeur lay broken colossi that whispered tales of a bygone era. Nearby, he marveled at the iconic Colossi of Memnon rising proudly against an azure sky. Journeying deeper into Nubia, Bechard discovered hidden gems like Ombos Temple. Its intricate carvings told stories lost to time while captivating his artistic eye. At Philae's Temple of Isis, he found solace amidst Eastern columns that seemed to reach for eternity. The allure continued as Bechard explored Edfu's ancient wonders and stumbled upon temple ruins scattered across Nubia's vast landscape. Each crumbling stone held secrets waiting to be unveiled. Karnak beckoned him next; here lies sacred Lake surrounded by temple ruins that mirrored their former glory under golden sunlight. Stepping inside Karnak's hallowed halls transported him back centuries—a testament to human ingenuity and devotion. But it wasn't all about architecture—it also witnessed daring hunts for crocodiles in Nubia's waters. These thrilling encounters showcased both man's bravery and nature’s raw power—an unforgettable sight etched forever in his mind. Through his artistry and keen observation skills, Henri Bechard gifted us a glimpse into a world long gone.