David Roberts Collection (page 5)

Pyramids, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Pyramids, 19th century. Found in the collection of the The Victoria and Albert Museum, London

General View of the Island of Philae, Nubia, 1838. Artist: David Roberts
General View of the Island of Philae, Nubia, 1838. From Egypt and Nubia, Volume 1

Temple of Sobek and Haroeris at Kom Ombo, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Temple of Sobek and Haroeris at Kom Ombo, 19th century. From Egypt and Nubia, Volume 2

Ruins of the Temple of Kom Ombo, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Ruins of the Temple of Kom Ombo, 19th century. From Egypt and Nubia, Volume 1

Portico of the Temple of Dendera, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Portico of the Temple of Dendera, 19th century

The Ruins of Karnak from the West, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
The Ruins of Karnak from the West, 19th century. From Egypt and Nubia, Volume 1

The Nile looking towards the Pyramids of Dahshur and Saqqarah, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
The Nile looking towards the Pyramids of Dahshur and Saqqarah, 19th century. From Egypt and Nubia, Volume 1

Thebes, December 4th 1838, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Thebes, December 4th 1838, 19th century. Plate 12 from Volume I of Egypt and Nubia, engraved by Louis Haghe

The Colossi of Memnon, at Thebes, during the Inundation, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
The Colossi of Memnon, at Thebes, during the Inundation, 19th century. From Egypt and Nubia, Volume 1

Temple of Wady Kardassy, Nubia, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Temple of Wady Kardassy, Nubia, 19th century. Found in the collection of the The Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Grand Approach to the Temple of Philae, Nubia, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Grand Approach to the Temple of Philae, Nubia, 19th century. From Egypt and Nubia, Volume 1

Pompeys Pillar, Alexandria, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Pompeys Pillar, Alexandria, 19th century. Found in the collection of the The Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Obelisk of Heliopolis, 1839. Artist: David Roberts
Obelisk of Heliopolis, 1839. Found in the collection of the The Victoria and Albert Museum, London

The Great Sphinx and Pyramids at Giza, 1838-1839. Artist: David Roberts
The Great Sphinx and Pyramids at Giza, 1838-1839. David Roberts (1796-1864) was a scene painter at Drury Lane Theatre in London

Boats on the Nile, c1838-1839. Artist: David Roberts
Boats on the Nile, c1838-1839. In the foreground water is being raised by means of a shaduf. Watercolour by the Scottish artist David Roberts (1796-1864)

Sandstone Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, Egypt, 1838. Artist: Louis Haghe
Sandstone Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, Egypt, 1838. The temple was built during the Ptolemaic period between 237 and 57 BC

Portico of the sandstone Temple of Edfu dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, Egypt, 1838. Artist: Louis Haghe
Portico of the sandstone Temple of Edfu dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, Egypt, 1838. The temple was built during the Ptolemaic period between 237 and 57 BC

Temple of Wady Saboua, Nubia, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Temple of Wady Saboua, Nubia, 19th century. A plate from Egypt and Nubia, Volume 1. Found in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Front Elevation of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Front Elevation of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, 19th century. Plate 44 from volume II of Egypt and Nubia, engraved by Louis Haghe

Colossal Figures In Front Of The Great Temple Of Aboo-Simbel. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

The Silk-Mercers Bazaar or El-Ghatreshyeh, Cairo. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

Central avenue of the Great Hall of Columns, Karnac, Egypt. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

Citadel of Cairo, the residence of the Pashia. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

The Port of Tyre. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885; Illustration

El Deir. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

Baalbec, Lebanon. Portion of Eastern Portico. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

Baalbec, Lebanon. General View. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

The Damascus Gate. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

Title page of the 1842 edition of the first volume of The Holy Land by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864, and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

Cairo from the gate of Citzenib, looking towards the desert of Suez. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

Calvary. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

Baalbec, Lebanon. Remains of the Western Portico. After a work by Scottish artist David Roberts, 1796-1864 and Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe, 1806-1885

David Roberts RA, 1796-1864. Scottish artist. Particularly well known for his prints of The Holy Land and other areas of the Middle East; Scotland

Houses Dieppe David Roberts attributed 1806 1864
Houses in Dieppe, David Roberts (attributed to), 1806 - 1864, paper, watercolor (paint), pencil, brush, h 236 mm × w 235 mm

Sketches heads figures David Roberts correspondence
Sketches of heads and figures, David Roberts correspondence, 1837-1864, Roberts, David, 1796-1864, Ink and pencil on paper, 18--

Jerusalem South 1839 David Roberts British 1796-1864
Jerusalem from the South, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Citadel Jerusalem Walls Tower David 1839 David Roberts
Citadel of Jerusalem, without the Walls, Tower of David, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Convent St. Catherine Mount Horeb 1839 David Roberts
Convent of St. Catherine with Mount Horeb, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Tomb Aaron Summit Mount Horeb 1839 David Roberts
Tomb of Aaron, Summit of Mount Horeb, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Coast Syria 1839 David Roberts British 1796-1864
Coast of Syria, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Semua 1839 David Roberts British 1796-1864 Color lithograph
Semua, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Convent Terra-Santa Nazareth 1839 David Roberts
Convent of the Terra-Santa, Nazareth, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Christian Church St. George Ludd ancient Lydda
Christian Church of St. George at Ludd, ancient Lydda, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Ruins Church St. John Sabaste 1839 David Roberts
Ruins of the Church of St. John Sabaste, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Town Tiberias Looking Towards Lebanon 1839 David Roberts
Town of Tiberias Looking Towards Lebanon, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Petra Lower Valley Viewing Acropolis 1839 David Roberts
Petra, Lower End of the Valley, Viewing the Acropolis, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Fountain Job Valley Hinnom 1839 David Roberts
Fountain of Job, Valley of Hinnom, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

Banks Jordan 1839 David Roberts British 1796-1864
Banks of the Jordan, 1839. David Roberts (British, 1796-1864). Color lithograph

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David Roberts, a British artist born in 1796, was renowned for his breathtaking depictions of architectural wonders and landscapes from around the world. His artistic talent and keen eye for detail allowed him to capture the essence of each location he visited. One of his notable works is the "Grand Portico of the Temple of Philae - Nubia, " a tinted lithograph created between 1842-1849. In this piece, Roberts skillfully portrays the grandeur and intricate design of this ancient temple, transporting viewers back in time to experience its majesty. Another masterpiece by Roberts is "El Deir Petra" from 1839. This painting showcases the famous rock-cut architecture found in Petra, Jordan. With meticulous brushstrokes and vibrant colors, he brings to life the awe-inspiring beauty hidden within these ancient structures. In "Fountain of the Virgin, Nazareth, " also painted in 1839, Roberts captures a serene moment amidst bustling streets. The fountain becomes a focal point as locals gather around it, providing insight into daily life during that era. Roberts' work extends beyond religious sites; he also explores natural wonders such as "The Dead Sea. " Through W Miller's artistry depicting this iconic body of water during the 19th century, we can almost feel its unique buoyancy and witness its captivating landscape firsthand. His attention to detail is evident even in smaller-scale pieces like "St. Pierre Caen" or "The High Altar of Church SS Giovanni e Paolo Venice. " These watercolor paintings showcase his ability to convey both architectural precision and atmospheric ambiance with delicate strokes on paper. Among his many travels was Jerusalem in 1839 where he captured various scenes including Caiaphas looking towards Mount Carmel or an entrance to Tombs of Kings Jerusalem. Each artwork tells a story through their composition and use of color – transporting us back centuries ago while preserving history for future generations.