Egypt Collection (#25)

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The yellowspotted burrfish, Cyclichthys spilostylus, is also known as the spotbase burrfish. Photographed at night in the Red Sea, Egypt

Ancient Egypt Egyptian Furniture Furnishings
Ancient Egyptian furniture. Chairs, chests, beds. After a 19th century print

Joseph Anthelme Seve Portrait Suleiman Pasha
Joseph Anthelme Seve, 1788 - 1860. Alias Suleiman Pasha, in later life. Known in Egypt as Soliman Pasha al-Faransawi or Suleyman Pasha the Frenchman

Muhammad ʿAli Mehmed Ali Portrait Egypt
Muhammad ʿAli, also called Mehmed Ali, 1769 - 1849. Pasha and Viceroy of Egypt, founder of the Muhammad Ali Dynasty and dubbed the founder of modern Egypt. After a 19th century portrait

Battle Of The Nile Battle Of Aboukir Bay Battle
The Battle of the Nile also called the Battle of Aboukir Bay, fought between the British Royal Navy and the Navy of the French Republic at Aboukir Bay, 1798

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 interview between Cleopatra and Octavian, after his victory over Mark Anthony at the battle of Actium in 31 BC, where she pleads her innocence. Cleopatra VII Philopator, 69 BC - 30 BC

Mid-19th century tourists climbing the Great Pyramid of Giza with the aid of local guides

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

Hunting wild geese in ancient Egypt using a type of net. After a painting in the subterranean temples of Beni-Hassan

African sacred ibis (Threskiornis aethiopicus) feed amidst Egyptian papyrus plants, (Cyperus Papyrus)

Wahibre Psamtik I, also known as Psammeticus or Psammetichus, 664-610 BC, King of the 26th Dynasty of Egypt

Map of ancient Egypt. From Cassells Universal History, published 1888; Illustration

Ramesses II, also spelled Rameses or Ramses, 1303 BC - 1213, also known as Ramesses the Great. Third pharaoh of the Nineteenth Dynasty of Egypt

Thutmose I. Third pharaoh of 18th Egyptian dynasty. After a work by archeologist Howard Carter, used in the book The Tomb of Hatshopsitu by Theodore M. Davis, published in London, 1906; Illustration

Senseneb, mother of Pharaoh Thutmose I of the early New Kingdom

The Pharos of Alexandria, or the Lighthouse of Alexandria. One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

A battle scene from the Rammeseum at Thebes. This slab is in the hypostyle or Hall of the Presence and it represents the capture of a city by Rameses II

Alexander at the Temple of Jupiter Amon, Siwa Oasis, Egypt in 331 B.C. Alexander III of Macedon, 20/21 July 356 BC - 10/11 June 323 BC, aka Alexander the Great

March of the Israelites. The prophet Moses leads the Israelites out of Egypt and through the wilderness to Mount Sinai. From Cassells Universal History, published 1888; Illustration

Anysis concealed in the marshes of the delta. Anysis, blind king of Egypt, he was deposed by Sabacos and after hiding in marshland for fifty years, returned to power

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

Map of Assyria Chaldea and adjacent countries. From Cassells Universal History, published 1888; Illustration

The Memnonium at Thebes, as it was in the early 19th century. From Cassells Universal History, published 1888; Illustration

Map showing the Suez Canal, a man-made sea-level waterway in Egypt, which connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez

Imaginary reconstruction of the Pharos of Alexandria, one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world. After an 18th century work by Johann Fischer von Erlach

Hapi, God of the Nile. Reverred for being responsible for the annual flooding of the river which deposited rich silt in which Nile farmers planted crops

Ramesses II circa 1303 - 1213 BC. Egyptian. Third Pharaoh of the 19th Dynasty

Anuket, also called Anaka, Anqet or Anoukis. Ancient Egyptian goddess of the Nile cataracts and Lower Nubia

Egyptian hieroglyphic writing. From The National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge, published c.1890

The Bab al Futuh (Conquest Gate), old city of Cairo, Egypt, seen here in the 19th century. From Monuments de Tous les Peuples, published 1843

The Sphinx, Egypt

The road to the pyramids, AEgypt

Sphinx, AEgypt

Moses before Pharaoh. From a 19th century engraving by Herbert Bourne, after a work by Gustave Dore

The Great Sphinx, Giza, Egypt. After a late 19th century work by Syriac-Armenian photographer Jean Pascal Sebah, 1872 - 1947

Mohamed Tewfik Pasha, 1852 - 1892, aka Tawfiq of Egypt. Khedive, or viceroy of Egypt and the Sudan between 1879 and 1892 and the sixth ruler from the Muhammad Ali Dynasty

William I, Count of Holland, 1167-1222, during the seige of the Egyptian city of Damietta, during the Fifth Crusade. After a 19th century print

Abbas II Helmy Bey, aka Abbas Hilmi Pasha, 1874 - 1944. Last Khedive (Ottoman viceroy) of Egypt and Sudan. From La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana, published 1892

Artwork, Sowing and ploughing in ancient Egypt, from a contemporary print, c.1935; Artwork

The steamships Egypt (foreground) and Spain (background) of the National Steamship Line off Sandy Hook, entering and leaving the port of New York, en route to and returning from Liverpool

The Battle of the Pyramids, aka the Battle of Embabeh, July 21, 1798, between the French army in Egypt under Napoleon Bonaparte, and forces of the local Mamluk rulers

The Battle of Alexandria also called the Battle of Canope, 21 March 1801, between the French army under General Menou and the British expeditionary corps under Sir Ralph Abercromby

A scribe in ancient Egypt. From a contemporary print, c. 1935
A scribe in ancient Egypt. From a contemporary print, c.1935

Agriculture in ancient Egypt, using a wheel or tabut and oxen. From La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana, published 1892

Giza. After a work 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

An-Nasir Salah ad-Din Yusuf ibn Ayyub, aka Salah ad-Din or Saladin, 1137 - 1193. First sultan of Egypt and Syria and the founder of the Ayyubid dynasty

The raven who brought bread to St. Anthony and St. Paul of Thebes. Saint Anthony or Antony, 251 - 356. Christian monk from Egypt. St. Paul of Thebes, aka Paul, the First Hermit or St

Close-up of Sand Dunes at Sunset, Matruh, Great Sand Sea, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Windswept Sand Dunes at Sunset, Matruh, Great Sand Sea, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Scenic view of Sand Dunes, Matruh, Great Sand Sea, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Footprints on Sand Dune, Matruh Governorate, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, Africa

Sand Dunes with Sun, Matruh Governorate, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, Africa

Eroded Rock Formation, Matruh Governorate, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, Africa

Footprints in Desert Landscape, Matruh Governorate, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, Africa

Rock Formation in Desert, Matruh Governorate, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, Africa

Sand Dunes, Matruh Governorate, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, Africa

Desert Landscape at Sunrise, Matruh Governorate, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, Africa

Desert Landscape with Sun, Matruh Governorate, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, Africa

Salt Lake and Date Palm in Desert, Matruh Governorate, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, Egypt, Africa

Rock Formations and Sun in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Rock Formation and Sun in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Silhouette of Rock Formations at Dawn in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Rock Formation in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Sun over Rock Formations in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Rock Formations at Dusk in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Rock Formations in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Libyan Desert, Egypt, True Colour Satellite Image. True colour satellite image of the Egyptian part of the Libyan desert, made of both sand and rock; sand dunes are stretched out by the winds

Engraving depicting Cleopatras Needle being prepared to be shipped to New York
Engraving depicting Cleopatras Needle, an obelisk from Alexandria being prepared to be transported to New York. Dated 19th Century

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Discover the captivating wonders of Egypt, a land steeped in ancient history and rich cultural heritage. Marvel at the exquisite Gold mask of Tutankhamun, displayed proudly in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. This golden masterpiece symbolizes the opulence and grandeur of pharaohs past, transporting you back to a time when Egypt reigned supreme. Uncover the secrets of language with The Rosetta Stone, an iconic artifact housed within the British Museum in London. This remarkable slab unlocked the mysteries of hieroglyphics, bridging gaps between civilizations and continents. It stands as a testament to human curiosity and determination. Step into Medieval Europe at the dawn of Crusades, where chivalry clashed with religious fervor. Immerse yourself in this tumultuous era that shaped nations and defined cultures. Admire the vibrant mural from Nebamun's tomb-chapel near Thebes; its vivid colors depict scenes from daily life over 3, 000 years ago. Transporting us through time, it offers glimpses into an ancient civilization's beliefs and customs. Witness nature's beauty as a majestic Dugong feeds on seagrass meadows beneath crystal-clear waters off Egypt's coast. These gentle creatures remind us of our responsibility to protect marine ecosystems for future generations. Experience awe-inspiring spirituality through Sekhmet's bas-relief at Temple Seti I in Abydos—a powerful depiction honoring this lioness-headed goddess who embodied both healing and destruction. Trace Roman footsteps across their vast empire with an intricate map showcasing their dominion over lands far-reaching—connecting diverse peoples under one rule. Encounter Bes—the jovial deity known for his protective powers—at Dendera Temple amidst North Africa's mystical landscapes. His presence brings joy and safety to all who seek solace within these sacred walls. Explore Cyprus through its enchanting map—an island brimming with historical significance nestled amidst azure Mediterranean waters—a true gem waiting to be discovered.