Henri Bechard Collection

Thebes, The Colossi of Memnon, 1870s. Creator: Henri Bechard (French)
Thebes, The Colossi of Memnon, 1870s. As more photographers shot the same monuments, depictions became formulaic.Numerous photographers produced almost identical images

Thebes, Temple of the Ramesseum, Interior of the Hypostyle Hall, 1870s

Mid-19th century tourists climbing the Great Pyramid of Giza with the aid of local guides. The Great Pyramid of Giza, sometimes called the Pyramid of Khufu or the Pyramid of Cheops

Temple Ramesses III Medinet Habu Henri Bechard
The Temple of Ramesses III, Medinet Habu; Henri Bechard (French, active Cairo, Egypt 1869 - 1880s); about 1872; Albumen silver print

Edfou Couronnement du Roi par Desses Henri Bechard
Edfou Couronnement du Roi par Desses; Henri Bechard (French, active Cairo, Egypt 1869 - 1880s); Cairo, Egypt; 1872; Albumen silver print

Merchants Glass Beads Trinkets Henri Bechard
Merchants of Glass Beads and Trinkets; Henri Bechard (French, active Cairo, Egypt 1869 - 1880s); Egypt; about 1875; Albumen silver print

Le Djebbel-Mokatam Henri Bechard French active Cairo
Le Djebbel-Mokatam; Henri Bechard (French, active Cairo, Egypt 1869 - 1880s); Paris, France; 1865 - 1885; Collotype; 27.9 x 38.1 cm (11 x 15 in.)

Thebes Colossi Memnon 1870s Henri Bechard
Thebes, The Colossi of Memnon, 1870s. Henri Bechard (French). Albumen print from wet collodion negative; image: 36 x 26.9 cm (14 3/16 x 10 9/16 in.); paper

Thebes Temple Ramesseum Interior Hypostyle Hall
Thebes, Temple of the Ramesseum, Interior of the Hypostyle Hall, 1870s. Henri Bechard (French). Albumen print from wet collodion negative; image: 36 x 26.9 cm (14 3/16 x 10 9/16 in.); paper

The Colossi of Memnon, Thebes, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
The Colossi of Memnon, Thebes, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. These colossal statues of Amenhotep III (Amenophis III) stood in front of the mortuary temple that is now destroyed

Ombos Temple, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Ombos Temple, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Ruins of the Ptolemaic temple of Kom Ombo. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Eastern columns, Temple of Isis, Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Eastern columns, Temple of Isis, Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Temple of Isis, Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Temple of Isis, Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Column and ruins, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Column and ruins, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Edfu, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Edfu, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. The Ptolemaic Temple of Horus, built between 237 and 57 BC. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Temple ruins, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Temple ruins, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Sacred Lake and temple ruins, Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Sacred Lake and temple ruins, Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Temple interior, Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Temple interior, Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Hunting a crocodile, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Hunting a crocodile, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Village at Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Village at Karnak, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Street, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Street, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

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Henri Bechard, a talented French artist of the 1870s and 1880s, captured the essence of ancient Egypt in his stunning artworks. From Thebes to Nubia, Bechard's brushstrokes brought life to iconic landmarks and forgotten ruins. In Thebes, he immortalized the grandeur of The Colossi of Memnon, their imposing figures standing tall against the backdrop of time. Moving inside the Temple of Ramesseum, Bechard skillfully depicted the intricate beauty of its Hypostyle Hall, where sunlight danced through towering columns. Venturing into Nubia, Egypt's southern region rich in history and culture, Bechard continued his artistic exploration. His portrayal of Ombos Temple showcased its architectural splendor amidst a desert landscape. In Philae's Temple of Isis, he captured both its majestic Eastern columns and overall magnificence with great precision. Ruins became poetic narratives under Bechard's skilled hand. Whether it was an isolated column or crumbling structures in Edfu or Nubia temples' remnants scattered across vast landscapes; each stroke told stories untold for centuries. Bechard also delved into nature's realm during his Egyptian journey. He fearlessly portrayed a daring hunt for a crocodile - an exhilarating moment frozen on canvas forever. But perhaps one artwork that truly encapsulated Henri Bechard's talent was his depiction of Karnak - Sacred Lake shimmering beneath temple ruins like whispers from ancient times. Inside Karnak temple itself lies another masterpiece: an intimate glimpse into its interior adorned with hieroglyphics and mystical symbolism. Through Henri Bechard's artistry, we are transported back to a bygone era when pharaohs ruled over magnificent cities along the Nile River. His paintings serve as windows connecting us to these distant lands and reminding us that even after centuries have passed since their creation; their beauty and grandeur continue to inspire awe.