Cambyses Collection

Cambyses Commanding the Flaying of Judge Sisamnes, 1607. Creator: Willem van Swanenburg
Cambyses Commanding the Flaying of Judge Sisamnes, 1607. From Thronus Justitiae, pl. 6

Cambyses II admiring the beauty of the daughter of Amasis
Cambyses II desires to marry the daughter of Amasis for her beauty, but is then sent to the daughter of Apries. After facing this rejection Cambyses retaliated, demanding war. Date: C.520 B.C

Detail of the Judgement of Cambyses, 1498 (oil on panel)
489986 Detail of the Judgement of Cambyses, 1498 (oil on panel) by David, Gerard (c.1460-1523); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info)

Cambyses killing the Apis (engraving)
655565 Cambyses killing the Apis (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cambyses killing the Apis)

Cambyses and Psammetichus (engraving)
653847 Cambyses and Psammetichus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cambyses and Psammetichus)

Cambyses punishing the unjust judge Sisamnes, ca. 1630-80. ca. 1630-80
Cambyses punishing the unjust judge Sisamnes, ca. 1630-80

Cambyes and Psammetichs, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Cambyes and Psammetichs, 1890. Cambyes II (c600BC- 559BC) king of Anshan in the Achaemenid dynasty defeats Psammeticus III, last Pharaoh of the 26th Dynasty of Egypt

Egyptian sandstorm destroys the army of Cambyses II
Persian army of Cambyses II destroyed in a North African sandstorm after conquering the Nile valley, 522 BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Gustav Dore illustration

The meeting between Psamtik III and Cambyses. Psamtik III also known as Psammetichus, last Pharaoh of the Twenty-sixth Dynasty of Egypt. King Cambyses II of Persia

King Cyrus King Cambyses Van de Coningen van Persen
King Cyrus and King Cambyses Van de Coningen van Persen (series title) Persian kings (series title) Den Grooten Figuer-Bibel (...) (series title)

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Persians hurling cats at Pelusiums defenders during Cambyses IIs conquest of Egypt, 525 BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Drawings Prints, Print, Cambyses, Commanding, Flaying, Judge, Sisamnes, Thronus Justitiae
Drawings and Prints, Print, Cambyses Commanding the Flaying of the Judge Sisamnes, from Thronus Justitiae, tredecim pulcherrimus tabulis

Cambyses II, ruler of the Achaemenid Persians, conquers Egypt and causes great offence by slaying the sacred Apis bull of Memphis

Cambyses Kills the Apis, the Sacred Bull of the Egyptians

Title page for Le Mariage de Cambise, in: P. Quinault, Le theater, Part I
Title page for " Le Mariage de Cambise", in: P. Quinault, Le theater, Part I, 1697

Cambyses kills the son of Prexaspis / Iron Henry, Duke of Holstein, between the lions, Jan Luyken, Johannes Boekholt, 1687

Cambyses Ii / Spamer / 525Bc
Cambyses II, ruler of the Achaemenid Persians, conquers Egypt and causes great offence by slaying the sacred Apis bull of Memphis

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Cambyses II, the ruler of the Achaemenid Persians, was known for his various encounters and actions throughout history. In one instance, he found himself captivated by the beauty of the daughter of Amasis, a moment that showcased his appreciation for aesthetics and allure. Another depiction can be seen in "The Judgement of Cambyses, " an oil painting from 1498. This artwork portrays him in a position where he is making important decisions, showcasing his power and authority as a ruler. However, not all depictions show Cambyses in a positive light. An engraving shows him killing Apis, which reveals his ruthless nature and disregard for sacred Egyptian traditions. Similarly, another engraving showcases him punishing Sisamnes, an unjust judge who faced flaying under Cambyses' command. These instances highlight his cruelty and willingness to enforce harsh punishments on those who crossed him. In contrast to these violent portrayals, there are also illustrations that depict more diplomatic interactions involving Cambyses. One such image shows him alongside Psammetichus (also known as Psamtik III), the last Pharaoh of Egypt's Twenty-sixth Dynasty. The meeting between them signifies their political engagement and sheds light on how they navigated complex power dynamics during this time period. One historical event that significantly impacted both Cambyses and Psamtik III was the Battle of Pelusium in 525 BC. It resulted in Psamtik III's defeat at the hands of Cambyses' army after ruling Egypt for only six months before being invaded by Persia. This crucial battle changed the course of history for both nations involved. Additionally, there is evidence suggesting that Egyptian sandstorms played a role in destroying Cambyses II's army during their campaign against Egypt—an unforeseen natural force altering military outcomes.