Cairo Urban Egypt Collection

The races at Cairo: canter in front of the grand stand before the start, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The races at Cairo: canter in front of the grand stand before the start, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. Frederick George

Cabin under a tree in Cairo, 1858. Creator: Willem de Famars Testas
Cabin under a tree in Cairo, 1858

The Courtyard of a house in Cairo, 1868-1881. Creator: Willem de Famars Testas
The Courtyard of a house in Cairo, 1868-1881

Vue generale du Caire; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Bonfils
Vue generale du Caire; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Le Caire. Environs Du Caire; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Le Caire. Environs Du Caire; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Le retour du pelerinage; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Le retour du pelerinage; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Le nilometer de L'ile Roda; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Le nilometer de L'ile Roda; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Le Delta du Nil; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Le Delta du Nil; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Cairo, tombs of the caliphs, 1893. Creator: Henry Brokman
Cairo, tombs of the caliphs, 1893

Entering Cairo, 1827. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Entering Cairo, 1827

Pardon Granted to the Cairo Rebels, 1827. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Pardon Granted to the Cairo Rebels, 1827

Street in Cairo, 1910. Creator: David Young Cameron
Street in Cairo, 1910

Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt, 2007. Creator: Ethel Davies
Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt, 2007. The entrance to the Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt

City Gate, Cairo, Egypt, 2007. Creator: Ethel Davies
City Gate, Cairo, Egypt, 2007. The impressive city gate, Cairo, Egypt

Bayt el Suhaymi House, Cairo, Egypt, 2007. Creator: Ethel Davies
Bayt el Suhaymi House, Cairo, Egypt, 2007. Interior stained-glass window of the Bayt el Suhaymi House, a museum and house designed in Islamic fashion, originally built in1648, now open to the public

Bayt el Suhaymi House, Cairo, Egypt, 2007. Creator: Ethel Davies
Bayt el Suhaymi House, Cairo, Egypt, 2007. The interior stained-glass dome of the Bayt el Suhaymi House, a museum and house designed in Islamic fashion, originally built in 1648

Bayt el Suhaymi House, Cairo, Egypt, 2007. Creator: Ethel Davies
Bayt el Suhaymi House, Cairo, Egypt, 2007. The exterior and balcony of the Bayt el Suhaymi House, a museum and house designed in Islamic fashion, originally built in1648, now open to the public

A night scene on the Nile near the mouth of the Cairo canal, during the festival of Gebr... 1862. Creator: Unknown
A night scene on the Nile near the mouth of the Cairo canal, during the festival of Gebr-el-Haleeg, or breaking the canal, 1862

A View Of Cairo, 1889. Creator: Laurits Tuxen
A View Of Cairo, 1889

Egyptian Donkey Boys at Cairo, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Egyptian Donkey Boys at Cairo, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Tombeau de Sultans Mamelouks, Le Kaire, 1849 / 51, printed 1852. Creator: Maxime du Camp
Tombeau de Sultans Mamelouks, Le Kaire, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 8 from the album " egypte, nubie, palestine et syrie" (1852)

Maison et Jardin dans le Quartier Frank, Le Kaire, 1849 / 51, printed 1852
Maison et Jardin dans le Quartier Frank, Le Kaire, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 3 from the album " egypte, nubie, palestine et syrie" (1852)

56. Porte de la Citadelle, au Kaire, 1843. Creator: Joseph Philibert Girault De Prangey
56. Porte de la Citadelle, au Kaire, 1843. Gate of the Citadel, Cairo

84. Tombeau du Sultan Tarabey, 1843. Creator: Fichot
84. Tombeau du Sultan Tarabey, 1843. Mausoleum of Tarabay al-Sharifi, Cairo

View on the Nile near Cairo, ca. 1855. Creator: Thomas Seddon
View on the Nile near Cairo, ca. 1855

Rue du Caire, 1870s. Creator: Felix Bonfils
Rue du Caire, 1870s

Sais coureurs au Caire, 1870s. Creator: Felix Bonfils
Sais coureurs au Caire, 1870s

West on the Muski, Chief Arabian Thoroughfare of Cairo, Egypt, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
West on the Muski, Chief Arabian Thoroughfare of Cairo, Egypt, c1930s. Market street known as Sharia Al Muski From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa

The Body of Sethos I Who Lived in the 14th Century B. C. Cairo, Egypt, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Body of Sethos I Who Lived in the 14th Century B.C. Cairo, Egypt, c1930s. Menmaatre Seti I was a pharaoh of the New Kingdom Nineteenth Dynasty of Egypt

General View of Cairo, 1890. Creator: Unknown
General View of Cairo, 1890. Cairo was founded in 969 AD by the Fatimid dynasty, Cairo Citadel was fortified by Salah al-Din (Saladin)

Assassination of General Kleber in Egypt, (1800), 1816. Creator: Unknown
Assassination of General Kleber in Egypt, (1800), 1816. Jean-Baptiste Kleber (1753- 1800) French general during the French Revolutionary Wars, assassinated by Suleiman al-Halabi

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"Cairo Urban Egypt: A Glimpse into the Vibrant City's Past" Step back in time and explore the bustling streets of Cairo, Egypt through a collection of captivating photographs dating back to the 19th century. These snapshots offer a fascinating glimpse into the urban landscape of this ancient city, showcasing its rich history and cultural heritage. In "Egyptian Donkey Boys at Cairo, 1888, " an unknown creator captures a scene filled with lively donkey boys navigating through crowded streets, transporting goods and people. This image provides a snapshot of everyday life in Cairo during that era. "Vue Generale Prise a l Ouest, Le Kaire, 1849/51" printed in 1852 offers us an expansive view of Cairo from the west. The photograph allows us to marvel at the architectural wonders that dominate the skyline while also revealing glimpses of daily activities taking place below. Maxime du Camp's "Tombeau de Sultans Mamelouks, Le Kaire" showcases one of Cairo's historical treasures - the tombs of Mamluk sultans. This striking image highlights intricate details and ornate designs that make these tombs truly remarkable. Another photograph titled "Mosquee pres de Bab-el-Saida" takes us closer to one of Cairo's many mosques. Its stunning architecture stands as a testament to Islamic artistry and serves as both a place for worship and community gathering. The series continues with images such as "Maison et Jardin dans le Quartier Frank, " which depicts an elegant house surrounded by lush gardens within Frank Quarter – an area known for its European influence during that period. As we delve deeper into Cairo's religious landmarks, we encounter photographs like "Mosquee du Khalife Haakem Biamrillah. " This mosque holds great significance in Islamic history due to its association with Caliph Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah – a controversial figure whose reign left an indelible mark on the city.