Maxime Du Camp Collection (page 7)

Grand Pylone du Palais de Karnac, Thebes, 1849-50. Creator: Maxime du Camp
Grand Pylone du Palais de Karnac, Thebes, 1849-50

Vue generale du Temple de Kalabcheh (Talmis), prise de la montagne, April 8, 1850

Sortie de la premiere Cataracte (cote S. E. ), 1849-50
Sortie de la premiere Cataracte (cote S.E.), 1849-50

Vue prise au Village d Abou-hor (Tropique du Cancer), April 1850. Creator: Maxime du Camp
Vue prise au Village d Abou-hor (Tropique du Cancer), April 1850

Louqsor, grande colonnade du palais, 1849-51. Creator: Maxime du Camp
Louqsor, grande colonnade du palais, 1849-51

egypte Moyenne. Pyramide de Chephren, 1850. Creator: Maxime du Camp
egypte Moyenne. Pyramide de Chephren, 1850

Entree de la premiere Cataracte pres d Assouan, 1849-50

Nubie. Rive Orientale du Nil (Village de Bab). Vue prise au sud de Philoe, 1850

Nubie. Forteresse D Ibrym (Ancienne Premmis). Vue prise au sud. 1850

Vue du Village d Abou-hor (Tropique du Cancer), April 1850. Creator: Maxime du Camp
Vue du Village d Abou-hor (Tropique du Cancer), April 1850

Cour du Palais Rhamses-Meiamoun, a Medinet-habou (Thè
Cour du Palais Rhamses-Meiamoun, a Medinet-habou (Thebes) (Restes d une Eglise Copte), 1849-50

[View of Egypt], 1849-51. Creator: Maxime du Camp
[View of Egypt], 1849-51

Ruines du Temple de Koum-Ombou (Ombos), 1849-50. Creator: Maxime du Camp
Ruines du Temple de Koum-Ombou (Ombos), 1849-50

Nubie. Grand Temple d Isis, A Philoe. Vue generale prise du nord, 1850

Vue de la premiere Cataracte, prise a l Ouest, entre Assouan et Philae, 1849-50

Nubie. Temple de Debod. Parembole de l itineraire d Antonin, 1850

Nubie. Hemi-Speos de Sebour. Pylones, 1850. Creator: Maxime du Camp
Nubie. Hemi-Speos de Sebour. Pylones, 1850

Nubie. Grand Temple d Isis, A Philoe, 1850. Creator: Maxime du Camp
Nubie. Grand Temple d Isis, A Philoe, 1850

Westernmost Colossus of the Temple of Re, Abu Simbel, 1850. Creator: Maxime du Camp
Westernmost Colossus of the Temple of Re, Abu Simbel, 1850

Southern Portion of the Rock-cut Temple of Hathor, Abu Simbel, 1850. Creator: Maxime Du Camp
Southern Portion of the Rock-cut Temple of Hathor, Abu Simbel, 1850. Du Camp was the first photographer to depict the marvels of ancient Egypt

Colossol Monolith of Amenhotep III, Gournah, 1849-1851. Creator: Maxime Du Camp (French
Colossol Monolith of Amenhotep III, Gournah, 1849-1851

Colossal statue, Egypt, 1852. Artist: Maxime du Camp
Colossal statue, Egypt, 1852. Maxime du Camp was a French writer and photographer. Found in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Temple ruins, Egypt, 1852. Artist: Maxime du Camp
Temple ruins, Egypt, 1852. Maxime du Camp was a French writer and photographer. Found in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Ancient Egyptian temples, Egypt, 1852. Artist: Maxime du Camp
Ancient Egyptian temples, Egypt, 1852. Maxime du Camp was a French writer and photographer. Found in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Temple of Denderah, Upper Egypt, 1852. Artist: Maxime du Camp
Temple of Denderah, Upper Egypt, 1852. The Temple of Hathor at Dendera was probably built in the 1st century BC in the late Ptolemaic period. Maxime Du Camp was a French writer and photographer

Temple of Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1852. Artist: Maxime du Camp
Temple of Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1852. The Ancient Egyptian Temple of Isis at Philae was built during the Ptolemaic period. Maxime du Camp was a French writer and photographer

The Great Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt, 1852. Artist: Maxime du Camp
The Great Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt, 1852. Photo located in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

The colossal statue of Rameses II, 1852. Artist: Maxime du Camp
The colossal statue of Rameses II, 1852. Victorian photograph of a massive stone sculpture of Rameses II, the Great (reigned 1279-1212 BC), third king of the 19th dynasty of Egyptian rulers

Egypte Nubie Palestine et Syrie Dessins photographiques receuillis pendant les
Egypte, Nubie, Palestine et Syrie. Dessins photographiques receuillis pendant les annees 1849, 1850 et 1851 accompagnes d un text explicatif et precedes d une introduction par Maxime Du Camp

Thebes Palais de Karnak Sanctuaire granit et salle Hypostyle
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Nubie Grand Temple d Isis Philoe 1850 Salted paper print
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Nubie Seconde Cataracte Dgebel-Abouoir 1850 Salted paper print
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Nubie Grand Temple D Isis Philoe Muraille occidentale
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Nubie Rive Orientale du Nil Village de Bab Vue prise au sud Philoe
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Nubie Forteresse D Ibrym Ancienne Premmis Vue prise au sud
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Maxime du Camp, a French writer and photographer, embarked on a remarkable journey through Egypt in the mid-19th century. His lens captured breathtaking sights that continue to awe us today. In September 1850, du Camp stood before the majestic Temple of Jupiter in Baalbek (Heliopolis). The grandeur of this ancient structure was truly awe-inspiring. Just months earlier, in December 1849, he marveled at the sight of the great Sphinx and the towering pyramid of Menkazeh (Mycerinus). These iconic landmarks left an indelible mark on his photographic collection. Du Camp's exploration extended beyond well-known sites. He ventured into Siout where he discovered Muslim tombs dating back centuries. Through his lens, we catch a glimpse of history frozen in time. One cannot speak about du Camp's work without mentioning Abu Simbel - the Eastern Colossus that stands as a testament to Egypt's rich heritage. His photograph captures its profile against an azure sky, showcasing its colossal presence. The speos d'Hathor at Ibsamboul also caught du Camp's attention during his expedition along Nubia. This rock-cut temple complex is adorned with intricate carvings that reflect ancient Egyptian artistry. Baalbeck revealed another marvel - the colonnade of the Temple of the Sun. Du Camp immortalized this architectural wonder amidst ruins that whispered tales from Syria's past. As he traveled further south to Thebes, now known as Luxor, du Camp encountered Gournah and its colossal statues guarding their secrets from antiquity. These silent sentinels stood tall against time itself. Denderah beckoned him next with its grand temple dedicated to Hathor; every corner exuded divine beauty and spiritual significance. Philoe enchanted him too; his camera captured stunning angles highlighting these sacred spaces nestled along Nubia’s riverbanks.