Fayum Collection

Egypt. Roman period. Fayum mummy portraits. Man. Encaustic painting. Coptic period. End 1st century A.D. Pushkin Museum. Moscow. Russia

Mummy shroud with painted portrait of a boy, 150-250 AD (tempera on linen)
3526236 Mummy shroud with painted portrait of a boy, 150-250 AD (tempera on linen) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); 62x52.5 cm; J

Mummy Portrait of a Man Wearing a Laurel Wreath, Fayum, Early to mid-2nd century

Mummy Portrait of a Man Wearing an Ivy Wreath, Fayum, Early to mid-2nd century

Portrait of a Youth with a Surgical Cut in one Eye, 190-210 AD
3432854 Portrait of a Youth with a Surgical Cut in one Eye, 190-210 AD (encaustic paint on limewood) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); 35x17.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Elderly Man Flanked by Egyptian Gods, c. 250 AD (tempera on sycomore)
3525820 Elderly Man Flanked by Egyptian Gods, c.250 AD (tempera on sycomore) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); 38 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Pectoral Necklace of Sithathoryunet with the Name of Senwosret II, c
3493071 Pectoral Necklace of Sithathoryunet with the Name of Senwosret II, c.1880 BC (gold, carnelian, lapis lazuli and turquiose) by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC)

Portrait Shroud of a Young Man, first half of the 4th century
3576907 Portrait Shroud of a Young Man, first half of the 4th century (linen covered with gesso and paint, mounted on wood) by Egyptian School (4th Century)

Portrait of a thin-faced, bearded man, 160-180 AD (encaustic, limewood)
3432848 Portrait of a thin-faced, bearded man, 160-180 AD (encaustic, limewood) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); 38.1x21.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Double-sided mummy portrait of a young woman, from er-Rubayat in the Faiyum
AMQ104483 Double-sided mummy portrait of a young woman, from er-Rubayat in the Faiyum (encaustic paint on wood) (verso) (for recto see 104484) by Egyptian

Panel painting of a woman in a blue mantle (detail), 54-68 AD (encaustic on wood)
5667158 Panel painting of a woman in a blue mantle (detail), 54-68 AD (encaustic on wood) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); 38x22.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Portrait of the Boy Eutyches, 100-150 AD (encaustic on wood, paint)
3614039 Portrait of the Boy Eutyches, 100-150 AD (encaustic on wood, paint) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); 38 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Mummy portrait of a young girl, inscribed Didyme, 7 Years Old
FIT111257 Mummy portrait of a young girl, inscribed Didyme, 7 Years Old, 180-200 AD (encaustic wax on panel) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); height: 34.8 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum

Panel painting of a woman in a blue mantle, 54-68 AD (encaustic on wood)
5667159 Panel painting of a woman in a blue mantle, 54-68 AD (encaustic on wood) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); 38x22.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Portrait of a young lady, from Fayum, 2nd century AD (tempera on panel)
3931188 Portrait of a young lady, from Fayum, 2nd century AD (tempera on panel) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); Narodni Galerie, Prague, Czech Republic; Egyptian, out of copyright

Portrait of two brothers (encaustic painting on wood)
XZO349752 Portrait of two brothers (encaustic painting on wood) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); diam: 61 cm; Egyptian National Museum, Cairo, Egypt; Egyptian, out of copyright

Date: circa 1890

In the Fayum, the richest Oasis in Egypt on Bahr Yussef (River Joseph), to the Nile, 1902. From The Underwood Travel Library, [Underwood & Underwood, London, New York, 1902]

In the Oasis of Fayum, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly
In the Oasis of Fayum, c1880, (1904). From Egypt, by R. Talbot Kelly. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1904]

Egyptian Crocodile God of Fayum, Egypt, c1850BC. Sobek in Greek, Suchos and from Latin Suchus, was an ancient Egyptian deity with a complex and fluid nature

Al-Fayoum in the Fayoum Oasis, Egypt
View over the canal Bahr Yussef at Al-Fayoum in the Fayoum Oasis, Egypt. Date: circa 1930

Decorated Text Page Fayum Egypt 10th century
Decorated Text Page; Fayum (possibly), Egypt; 10th century; Tempera colors and ink on parchment; Leaf: 34.9 × 25.4 cm (13 3, 4 × 10 in.)

Adam and Eve. 10th c. Coptic art. Fresco. EGYPT

Portrait of woman. 4th c. Roman art. Late Empire. Painting. UNITED KINGDOM. London. The British Museum. Proc: EGYPT. Al-Fayum

Mummy Portrait of a Man; Unknown; Fayum, Egypt, Africa; 100 - 125; Encaustic on wood; Object: H: 47.5 x W: 24.1 x D: 0.4 cm (H: 18 11/16 x W: 9 1/2 x D: 3/16 in.)

ROME: ROMAN WOMAN, c325. Roman wall painting, c325 A. D. from Fayum Egypt
ROME: ROMAN WOMAN, c325. Roman wall painting, c325 A.D. from Fayum Egypt

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"Fayum: A Glimpse into Ancient Egypt's Roman Period" Step back in time to the enchanting region of Fayum, located in the heart of the Fayoum Oasis in Egypt. This captivating place holds a treasure trove of history from the Roman period, offering us a unique glimpse into ancient Egyptian culture. One of the most intriguing aspects is its collection of mummy portraits. These stunning artworks adorned burial shrouds and depicted individuals who lived during this era. From men wearing laurel wreaths symbolizing victory and honor to others donning ivy wreaths representing eternal life, these portraits reveal their subjects' status and aspirations. Among these remarkable pieces is a portrait capturing a young woman dressed in vibrant red attire, showcasing her beauty and elegance. Crafted with encaustic on limewood and embellished with delicate gold leaf accents, it exemplifies the artistic mastery prevalent during this time. Another striking portrayal showcases a youth with a surgical cut around one eye, providing insight into medical practices that existed centuries ago. The intricate details captured through encaustic on wood highlight both the skillfulness of artists and society's fascination with physical appearance. Not limited to gender or age, these mummy portraits also feature men who exude wisdom and authority. An elderly man flanked by Egyptian gods stands out among them all; his tempera-on-sycomore masterpiece radiates power while emphasizing his connection to divine forces. Fayum's rich heritage extends beyond individual portraiture as well. The Pectoral Necklace of Sithathoryunet bears witness to royal patronage under Senwosret II's reign—a testament to opulence intertwined with religious devotion. As we explore Fayum today, we are transported back centuries ago when each brushstroke immortalized lives long gone but forever remembered through artistry preserved within these timeless masterpieces.