Horeau Collection

Hector Horeaus design for Crystal Palace exterior 1851
An unrealised design for the Crystal Palace as presented to the Royal Commission by the French architect Hector Horeau, reproduced in the French publication L Illustration. Date: 1851

Hector Horeaus design for Crystal Palace interior 1851
An unrealised design for the Crystal Palace as presented to the Royal Commission by the French architect Hector Horeau, reproduced in the French publication L Illustration. Date: 1851

From the Second Cataract to the Mediterranean, Egypt, 1841. Artist: Himely
From the Second Cataract to the Mediterranean, Egypt, 1841. View showing Ancient Egyptian temples, monuments and tombs along the Nile Valley

From Alexandria to the Second Cataract, Egypt, 1841. Artist: Himely
From Alexandria to the Second Cataract, Egypt, 1841. View looking up the Nile Valley showing the Pyramids and other Ancient Egyptian temples, tombs and monuments

Hypostyle Hall of the Ramesseum, Thebes, Egypt, 1841. Artist: Himely
Hypostyle Hall of the Ramesseum, Thebes, Egypt, 1841. The Ramesseum is the mortuary temple built for the Pharaoh Rameses II, who ruled from 1279 until 1213 BC

Temple of Venus Athor, Isle of Philae, Egypt, 1841. Artist: Himely
Temple of Venus Athor, Isle of Philae, Egypt, 1841. Ruins of the Ptolemaic Period temple dedicated to the goddess Hathor. An illustration from Panorama d Egypte et de Nubie, 1841

Hypostyle Hall, Thebes, Karnak, Egypt, 1841. Artist: Himely
Hypostyle Hall, Thebes, Karnak, Egypt, 1841. Carved and decorated pillars in the Great Hypostyle Hall at the temple of Amun-Re at Karnak (Thebes), built in the 14th-13th century BC

Temple of Asseboua, Nubia, Egypt, 19th century. Artist: Hector Horeau
Temple of Asseboua, Nubia, Egypt, 19th century. An avenue of sphinxes leading towards a pylon. Two temples were built at Wadi al-Sabua in the 18th and 19th dynasties by Amenhotep III and Rameses II

Luxor and Medinet Habu, Egypt, 1841. Artist: Hector Horeau
Luxor and Medinet Habu, Egypt, 1841. Lithographs from Panorama d?Egypte et de Nubie, 1841. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France

Temple facade and interior, Edfu, Egypt, 1841. Artist: Himley
Temple facade and interior, Edfu, Egypt, 1841. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France

Submarine Railway between France and England, Projected by Hector Horeau

The artist arriving at the Second Cataract and writing his name on a rock, 14 May 1838. Watercolour by Hector Horeau (1801-1872) French architect. River Nile Egypt

Temple of Marharraka, Aswan, Nubia, Egypt. Watercolour by Hector Horeau (1801-1872) French architect

Ruins of the temple complex at Dendera: View looking out between two columns towards gateway (pylon). Watercolour by Hector Horeau (1801-1872) French architect

View of Aswan, Egypt. Watercolour by Hector Horeau (1801-1872) French architect. View of Nile and boats from the bank, minaret in background

Temple of Medinet Habu. Watercolour by Hector Horeau (1801-1872) French architect. Mortuary temple of Rameses III on West Bank of the Nile at Luxor

View of the Nile. Watercolour by Hector Horeau (1801-1872) French architect. River viewed through boats tied up at quayside. Egypt

Ruined interior of the Temple at Esneh (Esne), Upper Egypt. Watercolour by Hector Horeau (1801-1872) French Architect

Abu Simbel viewed from the Nile. Watercolour by Hector Horeau (1801-1872) French Architect. Nearest is Temple of Hathor. Furthest are statues of Rameses II (ruled c1304-c1273 BC) outside main temple

Kum Ombo Watercolour by Hector Horeau (1801-1872), French architect. View of the ruins of the Ancient Egyptian twin temples from the Nile about 28 miles north of Aswan

Dendera Interior. Hector Horeau (1801-1782) French architect. Great Hall of the Temple of Hathor, showing the decorated columns. Dendera, Egypt

Dendera. Hector Horeau (1801-1782) French architect. Temple of Hathor, Dendera, Egypt

The Isle of Philae. Hector Horeau (1801-1782) French architect. Ruins of the Temple of Isis, principal goddess of ancient Egypt, sister and wife of Osiris

Submarine Railway Between France And England, Projected By Hector Horeau

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"Hector Horeau: Capturing the Beauty of Egypt and Beyond" Step into the world of Hector Horeau, a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the art scene in the 19th century. His designs for Crystal Palace's exterior and interior in 1851 showcased his exceptional talent for blending grandeur with elegance. But it was his journey through Egypt that truly ignited Horeau's artistic soul. With brush in hand, he embarked on a breathtaking expedition from the Second Cataract to the Mediterranean in 1841, capturing every awe-inspiring detail along the way. Himely, another talented artist, accompanied him and together they immortalized Egypt's mesmerizing landscapes. From Alexandria to the Second Cataract, their paintings transported viewers to ancient wonders that stood against time's relentless march. The Hypostyle Hall of Ramesseum at Thebes came alive under Horeau's skillful strokes while Himely breathed life into Temple of Venus Athor on Philae Island. The duo didn't stop there; they ventured further into Karnak where they unveiled the majestic Hypostyle Hall before setting their sights on Asseboua Temple nestled in Nubia. Luxor and Medinet Habu were next on their list as Horeau masterfully captured their intricate beauty. Edfu Temple became a testament to Horeau's attention to detail as he meticulously depicted its facade and interior with utmost precision. But it wasn't just ancient marvels that captivated this remarkable artist; he delved into futuristic projects too. Hence emerged his groundbreaking concept - Submarine Railway between France and England - showcasing his innovative spirit ahead of its time. This ambitious vision revealed not only his artistic prowess but also his forward-thinking mindset. Yet amidst all these accomplishments, one moment stands out vividly - when Horeau arrived at Second Cataract on May 14th, 1838.