Colossi Collection (#4)

Colossi of Memnon at Luxor and the Nilometer in Cairo.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

Their Work Endureth 1924
A satire on the English presence in Egypt, featuring Lord Kitchener and the Earl of Cromer as the Colossi of Memnon. 1924

Colossi of Memnon, Egypt. Date: 1857

Egypt, Abu Simbel, The Greater Temple, Statues line the entrance inside the Temple

Thebes, December 4th 1838, plate 12 from Volume I of Egypt and Nubia, engraved
XCF67033 Thebes, December 4th 1838, plate 12 from Volume I of Egypt and Nubia, engraved by Louis Haghe (1806-85) pub. 1846 (litho) (see also 87428) by Roberts

Fight of Don Clarazel with the doll, which represents the giant Dardanel the fire-breathing dragon, Caspar Luyken, Johannes Broersz, Nathanael Holbeex, 1697

Egypt - The Colossi of Memnon Date: circa 1903

The Colossi of Memnon, near the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, two 70ft / 21m stone statues
The Colossi of Memnon, near the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, two 70ft/21m stone statues built by Amenhotep II (c1411-1375 BC)

Fragment of the Great Colossi, at the Memnon, Thebes. : lithograph after watercolour
Fragment of the Great Colossi, at the Memnon, Thebes.: lithograph after watercolour by David Roberts (1796-1864) Scottish artist

The Statues of Memnon, Thebes, During the Inundations, Watercolour. David Roberts (1796-1864) Scottish artist and orientalist

The Statues of Memnon, Thebes, Watercolour. David Roberts (1796-1864) Scottish artist and orientalist. The Colossi near the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, built by Amenhotep II (c1411-1375 BC)

Abu Simbel temple, Egypt, 19th century C017 / 7839
Abu Simbel temple. 19th-century view of the Great Temple at Abu Simbel in its original position on the west bank of the River Nile

Egypt, Abu Simbel, The Greater Temple of Ramses II, Four Colossal statues of King Ramesses II near Lake Nasser during the Sound and Light Show

Colossi of Memnon, two statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III on the West Bank, near modern day Luxor, or ancient Thebes

Temple of Abu Simbel with statues of Rameses II, Egypt
View of the Temple of Abu Simbel, Egypt, with four colossal statues of Rameses II. Date: early 20th century

Colossi of Memnon, Thebes, Egypt
The Colossi of Memnon, representing Amenhotep III, built at the gateway to a mortuary temple at Thebes (now Luxor), Egypt. Early Greek travellers equated them to Memnon, the son of Aurora

Valley of the Queens, Colossi of Menon
Valley of the Queens, Colossus of Menon, 2 statues of Amenophis III, 1417 - 1379 BC, orig. gate to Mortuary Temple. Photograph by Lionel Coates

The Colossi of Memnon, Luxor, Egypt, North Africa

The Great Sphinx and the Chephren Pyramid, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, Africa

Floodlit colossi of Ramses II (Ramesses the Great), seated statues on facade of temple, Abu Simbel, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Floodlit temple facade and colossi of Ramses II (Ramesses the Great), Abu Simbel, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Ramses II and the Obelisk at Luxor Temple, Luxor, Thebes, Egypt, Africa

Colossi of Memnon, Thebes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

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"Marvel at the Majestic Colossi of Egypt: A Journey through Luxor and Beyond" Embark on a captivating voyage to ancient Egypt, where colossal wonders await in the city of Luxor. Step foot into history as you explore the magnificent Luxor Temple, its grandeur evident from The First Court adorned with awe-inspiring statues of Ramesses II. Venture further into the West Bank, where the legendary Colossi of Memnon stand proudly. These towering structures have witnessed centuries pass by and continue to captivate visitors with their sheer size and intricate details. As remnants of a bygone era, they offer a glimpse into the splendor that once graced this land during the Victorian period. Immerse yourself in Abu Simbel's breathtaking beauty as night falls upon the Great Temple of Ramses II. Witness its grandeur illuminated against an enchanting backdrop, leaving you spellbound by its architectural brilliance. Delve deeper into Abu Simbel's treasures and discover The temple of Hathor and Nefertari, also known as the Smaller Temple. Marvel at its intricate carvings and immerse yourself in ancient tales brought to life through artistry. Return to Luxor and find solace within The First Court of Luxor Temple once more, surrounded by statues paying homage to Ramesses II. Feel his presence resonate through time as you stand before these monumental figures that have stood steadfast for millennia. Continue your exploration on the West Bank, where another set of colossal wonders awaits - The Colossi at Temple of Amenhotep III. Let their imposing stature leave you awestruck while contemplating their significance within Egyptian history. Conclude your journey at The Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III, home to yet another pair -the Colossi of Memnan- guarding this sacred site with an air of mystery surrounding them since antiquity. In Egypt's embrace lies an abundance of colossi, each with its own story to tell.