Belzoni Collection

Interior of the Abu Simbel rock temples to Pharaoh Ramesses II (Ramses Ii) and his queen Nefertiti, Nubia
FLO4568965 Interior of the Abu Simbel rock temples to Pharaoh Ramesses II (Ramses Ii) and his queen Nefertiti, Nubia, southern Egypt

Egyptian goddess Hathor with King Seti I
Figure of the Egyptian goddess Hathor with King Seti I from his tomb in Thebes, discovered by Giovanni Battista Belzoni. She holds his hand and offers her menat necklace as protection

Belzoni viewing the ruins of Thebes (engraving)
7198131 Belzoni viewing the ruins of Thebes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Belzoni viewing the ruins of Thebes)

Magic and Music, Covent Garden handbill, April 1846 (litho)
5999440 Magic and Music, Covent Garden handbill, April 1846 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Magic and Music, Covent Garden handbill, April 1846)

Giovanni Battista Belzoni at Sadlers Wells Theatre
Giovanni Battista Belzoni, Italian explorer and archaeologist, at Sadlers Wells Theatre, London, as the Patagonian Samson, wearing a strongmans costume made of fur, and an ostrich feather headdress

Sword dance by Bedouin Arabs near the valley
Sword dance by nomadic Bedouin Arabs near the valley of the kings in Thebes by Giovanni Battista Belzoni. Two women dance a traditional sword dance to musical accompaniment from a recorder

Apotheosis of a Pharaoh: King Seti I meets the gods Osiris and Horus discovered in Thebes by Giovanni Battista Belzoni. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Figure of an Egyptian king or pharaoh from a tomb in Thebes discovered by Giovanni Battista Belzoni. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Interior of the Abu Simbel rock temples, Nubia, Egypt
Interior of the Abu Simbel rock temples to Pharaoh Ramesses II and his queen Nefertiti, Nubia, southern Egypt. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Theodore Goetz from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs

Section of the tomb of Psammuthis in Thebes, discovered and opened by Belzoni in 1818
3518749 Section of the tomb of Psammuthis in Thebes, discovered and opened by Belzoni in 1818 (hand-coloured litho) by Belzoni, Giovanni Battista (1778-1823) (after); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Section of the tomb of Psammuthis in Thebes, discovered and opened by Belzoni in 1818
3514855 Section of the tomb of Psammuthis in Thebes, discovered and opened by Belzoni in 1818 (hand-coloured litho) by Belzoni

Giovanni Belzoni, (1778-1823), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Giovanni Belzoni, (1778-1823), 1830. Giovanni Battista Belzoni (1778-1823) Italian explorer and pioneer archaeologist of Egyptian antiquities

Temple of Rameses II, Abu Simbel, Egypt, c1820-1839. Artist: G Bramati
Temple of Rameses II, Abu Simbel, Egypt, c1820-1839. Statues inside the Temple of Rameses II at Abu Simbel. The Italian explorer Giovanni Belzoni cleared the temple of sand in 1817

The Great Chamber in the Second pyramid of Ghizeh, discovered by Giovanni Belzoni, 1820-1822. Plate 12 from Plates Illustrative of the Researches in Egypt and Nubia by Giovanni Battista Belzoni

Hieroglyphics from the Tombs of the Kings at Thebes, discovered by G Belzoni, 1820-1822
Illustrations of Hieroglyphics from the Tombs of the Kings at Thebes, discovered by G Belzoni, 1820-1822. Plate 8 from Plates Illustrative of the Researches in Egypt

Murals from the Tombs of the Kings at Thebes, discovered by G Belzoni, 1820-1822. Plate 6 from Plates Illustrative of the Researches in Egypt and Nubia by Giovanni Battista Belzoni

Sanctury of the Temple of Abu Simbel, Egypt, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Sanctuary of the Temple of Abu Simbel, Egypt, 19th century. Statues inside the Temple of Abu Simbel built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC)

The Interior of the Temple at Ybsombul in Nubia, 1820-1822. Artist: Agostino Aglio
The Interior of the Temple at Ybsombul in Nubia, 1820. Statues inside the Temple of Rameses II at Abu Simbel. The Italian explorer Giovanni Belzoni cleared the temple of sand in 1817

Mural from the Tombs of the Kings of Thebes, discovered by G Belzoni, 1820-1822. Artist
Mural from the tombs of the Kings of Thebes, discovered by G Belzoni, 1820-1822. Italian eplorer and antiquity hunter Giovanni Battista Belzoni (1778-1823)

Excavated Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. Artist: David Roberts
Excavated Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. View of the Temple of Abu Simbel, built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC) and dedicated to the sun gods Amon-Re and Re-Horakhte

The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. Artist: David Roberts
The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. Colossal statues at the entrance to the Temple of Abu Simbel built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC)

Interior of the Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. Artist: David Roberts
Interior of the Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. Colossal statues inside the Temple of Abu Simbel built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC)

Front elevation of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, 1849. Artist
Front elevation of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, 1849. Colossal statues at the entrance to the Temple of Abu Simbel built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC)

Mode in which the young Memnons head was removed by G. Belzoni, 1820. Found in the Collection of British Museum

Giovanni Battista Belzoni (1778-1823) Frontispiece from Viaggi in Egitto ed in Nubia, 1825. Artist: Anonymous
Giovanni Battista Belzoni (1778-1823) Frontispiece from Viaggi in Egitto ed in Nubia, 1825. Private Collection

Temple of Abou Simbel, Egypt, 1897-1934. Artist: Robert Talbot Kelly
Temple of Abou Simbel, Egypt, 1885-1934. The temple was built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC) and was dedicated to the sun gods Amon-Re and Re-Horakhte

Front of the Great Temple at Abu Simbel, Egypt, c1845. Artist: GF Weston
Front of the Great Temple at Abu Simbel, Egypt, c1845. The temple was built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC) and was dedicated to the sun gods Amon-Re and Re-Horakhte

Colossal head Discovered in the Ruins of Carnak by G Belzoni, 1820. Artist: Agostino Aglio
Colossal head Discovered in the Ruins of Carnak by G Belzoni, 1820. Found in the collection of the British Museum, London

Mural from the Kings Tombs in Thebes, 1820. Artist: Giovanni Battista Belzoni
Mural from the Kings Tombs in Thebes, 1820. A plate from Plates Illustrative of the Researches in Egypt and Nubia. Found in the collection of the British Museum, London

Mural from the Tombs of the Kings at Thebes, 1820. Artist: Giovanni Battista Belzoni
Mural from the Tombs of the Kings at Thebes, 1820. A plate from Plates Illustrative of the Researches in Egypt and Nubia. Found in the collection of the British Museum, London

Exterior View of the Two Temples at Ybsambul, Egypt, 1820. Artist: Agostino Aglio
Exterior View of the Two Temples at Ybsambul, Egypt, 1820. The Italian explorer and antiquities collector Giovanni Belzoni explored Egypt and its archaeological sites between 1815 and 1819

Great Chamber in the Second Pyramid of Ghizeh, Egypt, 1820. Artist: Agostino Aglio
Great Chamber in the Second Pyramid of Ghizeh, Egypt, 1820. The Italian explorer and antiquities collector Giovanni Belzoni was the first to enter the second pyramid at Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre

Forced Passage in the Second Pyramid of Ghizeh, Egypt, 1820. Artist: Agostino Aglio
Forced Passage in the Second Pyramid of Ghizeh, Egypt, 1820. The Italian explorer and antiquities collector Giovanni Belzoni was the first to enter the second pyramid at Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre

General View of the Ruins of the Great Temple at Carnac, Egypt, 1820. Artist: I Clark
General View of the Ruins of the Great Temple at Carnac, Egypt, 1820. The great temple at Karnak (Thebes) was built in the 14th-13th century BC in the reigns of Rameses I and Rameses II

General View of the Pyramids, Egypt, 1820. Artist: Agostino Aglio
General View of the Pyramids, Egypt, 1820

The Interior of the Temple at Ybsombul in Nubia, 1820. Artist: Agostino Aglio
The Interior of the Temple at Ybsombul in Nubia, 1820. Statues inside the Temple of Rameses II at Abu Simbel. The Italian explorer Giovanni Belzoni cleared the temple of sand in 1817

Giovanni Battista Belzoni, Italian explorer and antiquity seeker, c1860. From 1815 Belzoni (1778-1823) devoted himself to tomb robbing and exploration and excavation in Egypt

Statues of Rameses II outside the entrance to the main temple at Abu Simbel, Egypt, 13th Century BC
Sandstone statues of Rameses II outside the entrance to the main temple at Abu Simbel, Egypt, 13th Century BC. The temple was built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC)

MISSISSIPPI: FISHING, 1939. African American men and women fishing in a creek near a cotton plantation outside Belzoni, Mississippi. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, 1939

SEGREGATED THEATER, 1939. An African American going into the colored entrance of a movie theater in Belzoni, Mississippi. Photographed by Marion Post Wolcott in 1939

EGYPT: ANTIQUITIES. Head of a colossal Egyptian statue being removed for shipment to the British Museum. Hand-colored lithograph by Giovanni Battista Belzoni, 1822

Giovanni Battista Belzoni (1778-1823) Italian explorer and antiquities seeker, examining the ruins of Karnak in Egypt

Sandstone statues of Rameses (Ramses) II (ruled c1304-c1273 BC) outside entrance to main temple at Abu Simbel (Abu Sunbul). Temple dedicated to sun gods Amon-Re and Re-Horakhte

EGYPT: LABYRINTH. The ancient labyrinth, descibed by Herodotus, near the pyramid of Hawara, in Egypt. Wood engraving from Giovanni Battista Belzonis Viaggi en Egitto ed en Nubie, Milan, 1825

EGYPT: ABU SIMBEL, 1825. View of the two rock temples at Abu Simbel on the Nile River in Nubia, Egypt. Wood engraving from Giovanni Battista Belzonis Viaggi in Egitto ed in Nubia, Milan, 1825

EGYPT: CITY OF BACCHUS. A view of the ruins of the City of Bacchus, on Lake Moeris in the Faiyum oasis, Egypt. Wood engraving from Giovanni Battista Belzonis Viaggi in Egitto ed in Nubia, Milan, 1825

GIOVANNI BATTISTA BELZONI (1778-1823). Italian explorer and archaeologist. Wood engraving, 19th century

Giovanni Belzoni
GIOVANNI BATTISTA BELZONI Italian explorer and archaeologist

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Ancient Egypt: The Extraordinary Journey of Belzoni" Step into the world of Giovanni Battista Belzoni, an Italian explorer and archaeologist who dedicated his life to unraveling the secrets of ancient Egypt. In this captivating journey, we witness Belzoni's encounters with the divine as he stands in awe before a mesmerizing sculpture depicting Egyptian goddess Hathor alongside King Seti I. With unwavering determination, Belzoni embarks on a quest to explore the ruins of Thebes, immersing himself in its grandeur and magnificence. Through an enchanting engraving, we catch a glimpse of him gazing upon these majestic remnants that whisper tales from centuries past. But it is not just ruins that captivate our protagonist; it is also magic and music that enthrall him. A Covent Garden handbill from April 1846 reveals his fascination with mysticism and melodies as he indulges in performances that transport him to another realm. Belzoni's insatiable thirst for knowledge leads him to Sadlers Wells Theatre where he witnesses a breathtaking sword dance performed by Bedouin Arabs near the valley. Their graceful movements echo through time, connecting modern-day spectators with ancient traditions. In an apotheosis fit for pharaohs, King Seti I materializes before our eyes as he meets Giovanni Battista Belzoni himself. This celestial encounter symbolizes their shared passion for uncovering Egypt's rich history and preserving its legacy for future generations. As if plucked from a tomb itself, we are introduced to intricate figures representing Egyptian kings or pharaohs discovered by Belzoni within Thebes' sacred grounds. These statues serve as tangible links between past and present civilizations—a testament to human ingenuity across millennia. Venturing deeper into Nubia's heartland, we find ourselves immersed within Abu Simbel rock temples' awe-inspiring interiors.