Harry Burton Collection

Harry Burton (engraving)
1044859 Harry Burton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harry Burton. Illustration for The Graphic)

Triple Nest of Golden Caskets to Preserve Poor Human Clay, c1935. Artist: Harry Burton
Triple Nest of Golden Caskets to Preserve Poor Human Clay, c1935. The second outer coffin of Tutankhamun. From Our Wonderful World, Volume II, edited by J.A. Hammerton. [The Amalgamated Press, Ltd

Richly Carved Canopic Shrine Glittering with Gold, c1935. Artist: Harry Burton
Richly Carved Canopic Shrine Glittering with Gold, c1935. From Our Wonderful World, Volume II, edited by J.A. Hammerton. [The Amalgamated Press, Ltd. London]

Removal of the gilt shrine from the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922-1923. Archaeologist Howard Carter walks alongside the bearers

Unofficial opening of the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Artist
Lord Carnavon (1866-1923) leading the party invited to the unofficial opening of the tomb. A keen egyptologist, Carnarvon was archaeologist Howard Carters financial backer in his excavations in

Removing a chariot wheel from the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in the Valley of the Kings in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter

Crowd outside Tutankhamuns tomb, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Artist: Harry Burton
Crowd of interested spectators waiting outside Tutankhamuns tomb, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter (1874-1939)

Lord Carnavons first visit to the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922
Lord Carnavons first visit to the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1923. Lord Carnavon (1866-1923) and a party in a motor car. Carnarvon was archaeologist Howard Carters financial backer in his

A party going down the steps to the tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1923. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter (1874-1939)

Opening of the inner chamber of Tutankhamuns tomb, Egypt, 18th February 1923. Artist
Opening of the inner chamber of Tutankhamuns tomb, Egypt, 18th February 1923. Distinguished visitors taking refreshments near the tomb in the Valley of the Kings

The unofficial opening of the inner chamber of the tomb of Tutankhamun, Egypt, 1922. Dr A Gardiner and Professor Breasted

Lord Carnarvon with Egyptian officials, Luxor, Egypt, 1922. Artist: Harry Burton
Lord Carnarvon with Egyptian officials, Luxor, Egypt, 1922. Chatting on the terrace of the Winter Palace Hotel. Left to right: Abd El Aziz Yahieh Bey

View of the antechamber of the Tomb of Tutankhamun looking west, Vally of the Kings
Antechamber of the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, November 1922. View of the antechamber looking west. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard

Distinguished visitors to the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1923. The Queen of the Belgians (centre, leading)

Closing the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings Artist: Harry Burton
Closing the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, February 1923, The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter (1874-1939)

Sifting the dust from the floor of the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Sir Charles Cust (in soft hat), the Kings Equerry, with Mr Callender

Removing a tray of chariot parts from the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter (1874-1939)

Archaeologists working at the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Moving the centre portion of one of the beds or couches from the tomb

Visitors to the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1923. Left to right: Lady Beauchamp, Sir Edward Beauchamp and Mr BC Beauchamp

Closing the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, February 1923 Artist
Closing the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, February 1923, The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter (1874-1939)

Outside the tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Artist: Harry Burton
Outside the tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Lord Carnavon (1866-1923), his daughter Lady Evelyn Herbert

A chariot being removed from Tutankhamuns tomb, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1920s
The body of a gilt chariot being removed from Tutankhamuns tomb, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1920s. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in the Valley of the Kings in 1922 by British archaeologist

Tutankhamuns tomb, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, November, 1922. Artist: Harry Burton
Tutankhamuns tomb, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, November, 1922. View of the antechamber of the tomb looking south. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter

Mannequin or bust of Tutankhamun being carried from his tomb, Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in the Valley of the Kings in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard

Howard Carter, British archaeologist, in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Artist
Howard Carter, British archaeologist, in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Carter (1873-1939) and a colleague beside a partially demolished wall of one of the tombs

Howard Carter and a colleague excavating a tomb in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Artist: Harry Burton
Howard Carter and a colleague excavating a tomb in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, 1922. Carter famously discovered the intact tomb of the Pharaoh Tutankhamun in 1922

Golden shrine in the antechamber of Tutankhamuns tomb, Egypt, 1933-1934. Embossed with scenes representing incidents in the lives of the departed Pharaoh and his queen

One of the twin supports of a ceremonial couch found in Tutankhamuns tomb, Egypt, 1933-1934. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter (1874-1939)

Wooden statue of Tutankhamun, Egypt, 1933-1934. Statue of Tutankhamun, one of two that stood outside the sealed up entrance to his sepulchral chamber

Alabaster vases, Tutankhamuns tomb, Egypt, 1933-1934. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter (1874-1939)

Painted clothes chest, which lies at the foot of Tutankhamens statue, Egypt, 1933-1934. The discovery of Tutankhamuns tomb in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter (1874-1939)

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Harry Burton: Capturing the Mysteries of Tutankhamun's Tomb Step into the world of Harry Burton, an engraver and artist who immortalized one of history's greatest archaeological discoveries. Through his engravings, we are transported back to the early 20th century when the tomb of Tutankhamun was unveiled in Egypt's Valley of the Kings. Burton's Triple Nest of Golden Caskets to Preserve Poor Human Clay, created around 1935, showcases his intricate craftsmanship. The rich carvings and golden shine on his Glittering Canopic Shrine bring us closer to understanding ancient Egyptian burial practices. But it is through Burton's photographs that we truly witness history unfolding before our eyes. His lens captured pivotal moments such as the Removal of the gilt shrine from Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922-1923. We can almost feel the anticipation as a Funeral bouquet is delicately removed from its resting place within this sacred space. In another photograph, we see an unofficial opening of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922, and is here that Burton skillfully captures a crowd eagerly awaiting a glimpse into this hidden treasure trove. Lord Carnavon himself makes an appearance during his first visit to the Valley of Kings – a testament to how significant this discovery truly was. As we descend down steps alongside partygoers in 1923, we can almost hear their whispers and gasps as they approach Tutankhamun’s final resting place. And finally, on February 18th, 1923, with bated breaths and hearts racing, witnesses gather for the Opening of the inner chamber - an event etched forever by Burton’s artistic hand. Through Harry Burton’s work, these extraordinary moments become tangible once more. They transport us back to a time when ancient wonders were unearthed and shared with awe-struck audiences worldwide.