Hieroglyphics Collection (page 3)

Corner of Block Statue of Hor, 22nd Dynasty, c883 - 835 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Corner of Block Statue of Hor. 22nd Dynasty, reigns of Takelot II to Osorkon III (about 883 - 835 BCE)

Limestone Fragment with Cartouche of Neferneferuaten Nefertiti, 1372-1355 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Limestone Fragment with Cartouche of Neferneferuaten Nefertiti, New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty, Reign of Akhenaten, 1372-1355 BCE

Scarab With King's Throne Name, Maa-ib-re (Sheshi) (image 2 of 2), 15th dynasty (1664–1555 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Scarab With King's Throne Name, Maa-ib-re (Sheshi) (image 2 of 2), 15th dynasty (1664-1555 BCE)

Block Statue Inscribed for Sr-Dhwty, 664-525 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Block Statue Inscribed for Sr-Dhwty, 664-525 B.C

M. Gaston Maspero; L'egyptologue Maspero, photographie en janvier 1912 alors qu'il dirigeait des fouilles a Dehr-el-Medin, pres Louqsor, 30 juin 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

Moccasin and Writing Book, 1935. Creator: George B. Wally
Moccasin and Writing Book, 1935

Kom Ombo, Egypt, 1984. Creator: Ethel Davies
Kom Ombo, Egypt, 1984. Figure carvings and hieroglyphs at the Temple of Kom Ombo, dating from the Ptolemaic period, around 200-50 BC, with later Roman additions, near Aswan, Egypt

Karnak, Egypt, 1984. Creator: Ethel Davies
Karnak, Egypt, 1984. Gigantic enscribed columns at the Temple of Karnak, a complex of ancient religious and secular buildings, dating from 2000 BC to 30 BC, Luxor, Egypt

Cleopatra's Needle, Alexandria, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Cleopatra's Needle, Alexandria, 1862. Engraving from a sketch by Captain E. Ostley. Public attention has been directed to the Alexandrian obelisk, popularly known as Cleopatra's Needle

Papyrus Depicting Horus and Queen Nefertiti
Egyptian papyrus depicting Horus and Queen Nefertiti

Ancient Egyptian decoration, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Ancient Egyptian decoration, (1898). Examples of architecture and painting from Ancient Egypt: Fig 1: Painted relief-figure from a column of the temple at Denderah

Ancient egyptians hunting birds
Vintage engraving of Ancient egyptians hunting birds

Nefertari and Isis, Ancient Egyptian wall painting from a Theban tomb, 13th century BC. Nefertari (1292-1225 BC) was the favourite queen of Ramses II

Relief of Alexander the Great being blessed by Amun-Ra, Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons, Luxor
Relief of Alexander the Great as the Pharaoh being blessed by the god Amun-Ra, Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt

Relief of Alexander the Great before Amun-Ra, Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons, Luxor, Egypt
Relief of Alexander the Great as the Pharaoh before the god Amun-Ra, Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt. Alexander is identified by his cartouches

Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead on papyrus showing written hieroglyphs. Depiction of ploughing with oxen. From the Bodmer Library, Geneva, Switzerland

Karnak Temple, Luxor, Egypt, Africa

toursit walking through the Temple of Philae on an island in Lake Nasser, Nile River, Aswan, Egypt, Africa

Columns and blue sky at Great hypostyle hall in the Precinct of Amun Re - Karnak Temple, Luxor, Egypt

Temple of Abu Simbel, 1856 (salted paper print from paper negative)
XOS5884206 Temple of Abu Simbel, 1856 (salted paper print from paper negative) by Murray, Robert (1822-93); 18.2x23.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: By Robert Murray (British)

Boat symbol of life and the sun, Philae temple
8588863 Boat symbol of life and the sun, Philae temple by Egyptian; Philae, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Temple of Philae, the cult of Isis Boat symbol of life and the sun); © Jean Bernard

Beetle, Tomb of Ramses IX, Luxor
8587540 Beetle, Tomb of Ramses IX, Luxor by Egyptian; Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

The great temple of Abu Simbel, 19th dynasty
8586788 The great temple of Abu Simbel, 19th dynasty by Egyptian; The Great Temple, Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt.Abu Simbel temple)

The great temple of Abu Simbel, 19th dynasty (relief)
8586716 The great temple of Abu Simbel, 19th dynasty (relief) by Egyptian 19th Dynasty (c.1292-1187 BC); (add.info.: Egypt.Abu Simbel temple)

Abu Simbel Temple, Sekhmet (fresco)
8586638 Abu Simbel Temple, Sekhmet (fresco) by Egyptian; The Great Temple, Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt.Abu Simbel temple)

The God AMON, water and life (relief)
8586131 The God AMON, water and life (relief) by Egyptian; Karnak, Luxor, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

Luxor Temple: Pharaoh wearing a cobra (relief)
8585976 Luxor Temple: Pharaoh wearing a cobra (relief) by Egyptian; Temple of Luxor, Luxor, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

Luxor Temple: Hieroglyphs (relief)
8585946 Luxor Temple: Hieroglyphs (relief) by Egyptian; Temple of Luxor, Luxor, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

Oval stone carved with hieroglyphs, Philae temple
8588710 Oval stone carved with hieroglyphs, Philae temple by Egyptian; Philae, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Temple of Philae, the cult of Isis Oval stone carved with hieroglyphs); © Jean Bernard

Representation of the Bee, Valley of the Kings, Luxor
8588254 Representation of the Bee, Valley of the Kings, Luxor by Egyptian; Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

Ruler of Upper Egypt making an offering to Ra and Knoum, Temple of Horus, Edfu
8588930 Ruler of Upper Egypt making an offering to Ra and Knoum, Temple of Horus, Edfu by Egyptian; Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt Edfu)

Sekhmet, Horus Temple, Edfu
8587464 Sekhmet, Horus Temple, Edfu by Egyptian; Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Edfu, city located on the left bank of the Nile between Aswan and Luxor Temple of Edfu)

The Pharaoh and his attributes, Temple of Horus in Edfu
8587445 The Pharaoh and his attributes, Temple of Horus in Edfu by Egyptian; Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt)

Carved stone stele, Kom Ombo Temple
8588209 Carved stone stele, Kom Ombo Temple by Egyptian; Temple of Sobek and Haroeris, Kom Ombo, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt)

Mural Hieroglyph, Valley of the Kings, Luxor
8587867 Mural Hieroglyph, Valley of the Kings, Luxor by Egyptian; Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

The goose, the hare, the bee, Valley of the Kings, Luxor
8587608 The goose, the hare, the bee, Valley of the Kings, Luxor by Egyptian; Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

The bee symbol of the Pharaoh (relief)
8586142 The bee symbol of the Pharaoh (relief) by Egyptian; Karnak, Luxor, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

Rahotep and Nofret, IV Dynasty (sculpture)
8585751 Rahotep and Nofret, IV Dynasty (sculpture) by Egyptian 4th Dynasty (c.2613-2498 BC); Egyptian National Museum, Cairo

Hieroglyphs, Luxor Temple (relief)
8585903 Hieroglyphs, Luxor Temple (relief) by Egyptian; Temple of Luxor, Luxor, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

Wall Decor, a Pharaoh and His Wife, Horus Temple, Edfu
8588795 Wall Decor, a Pharaoh and His Wife, Horus Temple, Edfu by Egyptian; Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt Edfu, a city in Upper Egypt housing the Temple of Horus)

Hieroglyps, Pharaoh's Bee and the Horus Falcon, Horus Temple, Edfu
8587250 Hieroglyps, Pharaoh's Bee and the Horus Falcon, Horus Temple, Edfu by Egyptian; Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt)

Temple of Abu Simbel, Pharaoh worshiping Ra (fresco)
8586622 Temple of Abu Simbel, Pharaoh worshiping Ra (fresco) by Egyptian; The Great Temple, Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt.Abu Simbel temple)

Hieroglyphs. Luxor Temple (relief)
8588529 Hieroglyphs. Luxor Temple (relief) by Egyptian; Temple of Luxor, Luxor, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

Beetle, emblem of royal power, site of Karnac
8586035 Beetle, emblem of royal power, site of Karnac by Egyptian; Karnak Temple, Karnak, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

The Rosetta Stone, from Fort St. Julien, El-Rashid (Rosetta) 196 BC (stone) (see also 2359)
BAL138897 The Rosetta Stone, from Fort St. Julien, El-Rashid (Rosetta) 196 BC (stone) (see also 2359) by Egyptian Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BC); 114.4x72.3x27.8 cm; British Museum, London

Scarab: Aakheperkara (Thutmose I), Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, Reign of Thutmose I (about 1504-1492 BCE)

Carved stone pillar of Mayan Calendar, Quirigua, Guatemala
Carved stone pillar or stela (known as Stela E) that recorded the Mayan Calendar, Quirigua, Izabal, Guatemala (Mesoamerica). They were erected to mark the passing of a katun (roughly 20 years)

Detail of a relief hieroglyphs (stone)
GDG383031 Detail of a relief hieroglyphs (stone) by Egyptian; Kom Ombo, Egypt; (add.info.: hieroglyphe; hieroglyphes; ptolemaique; sanctuaire; Egypte; ecriture; sacre; divin;)

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"Unveiling the Ancient Language: Hieroglyphics - Under the Protection of the Gods" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of hieroglyphics, an ancient Egyptian writing system that has captivated historians for centuries. From the sacred Papyrus of Ani (Book of the Dead) to The Judgement scene depicted on temple walls, these intricate symbols were believed to hold immense power and communicate with divine beings. One iconic artifact that shed light on this mysterious script is none other than the Rosetta Stone, housed in the British Museum. This incredible discovery provided a key to deciphering hieroglyphics, unlocking a wealth of knowledge about ancient Egypt's rich history and culture. Egyptian art beautifully captured daily life as well as religious beliefs. A relief depicting Akhenaten, Nefertiti, and their children showcases their royal status while highlighting artistic mastery. Meanwhile, depictions of Egyptian deities separating night and day remind us of their reverence for celestial forces. They were not limited to stone carvings alone; they adorned papyrus scrolls too. Cuneiform writing on clay slabs dating back to 3000 BC also showcased early forms of written communication from Mesopotamia. The Nile River played a vital role in Egyptian civilization; it was often referred to as "The Nile is Egypt. " Cooks Nile Steamers allowed travelers to witness breathtaking landscapes while immersing themselves in this ancient land's enchanting history. Intricate wall paintings found within Tutankhamun's tomb offer glimpses into his opulent afterlife journey through Luxor's Valley of Kings. These stunning murals depict scenes from his life as well as mythical tales intertwined with religious beliefs. Even today, hieroglyphics continue to inspire various forms of art and entertainment such as music and opera compositions like Verdi's timeless masterpiece "Aida.