Nitocris Collection

Sarcophagus of Pabasa, Great Steward to Nitocris, daughter of King Psamtek I, c. 656-640 BC (stone)
3483112 Sarcophagus of Pabasa, Great Steward to Nitocris, daughter of King Psamtek I, c.656-640 BC (stone) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); 120x240x75 cm; Art Gallery and Museum, Kelvingrove

Sarcophagus of Pabasa, Great Steward to Nitocris, daughter of King Psamtek I, c. 656-640 BC (stone)
3500071 Sarcophagus of Pabasa, Great Steward to Nitocris, daughter of King Psamtek I, c.656-640 BC (stone) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); 120x240x75 cm; Art Gallery and Museum, Kelvingrove

The vengence of Nitrocis (colour litho)
994214 The vengence of Nitrocis (colour litho) by Paul, Evelyn (1870-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stories of Egyptian Gods and Heroes published George Harrap & Company 1914)

Scene from the New Egyptian Drama of "Nitocris, "at Drury-Lane Theatre, the Coronation Procession (engraving)
1608266 Scene from the New Egyptian Drama of " Nitocris, " at Drury-Lane Theatre, the Coronation Procession (engraving) by English School

Scene from Nitocris, the Egyptian Spectacle, at Drury Lane Theatre (engraving)
2785560 Scene from Nitocris, the Egyptian Spectacle, at Drury Lane Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Nitocris, the Egyptian Spectacle)

The banquet of Nitocris (engraving)
653843 The banquet of Nitocris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The banquet of Nitocris)

Darius the Great Opening the Tomb of Nitocris, 17th century. Artist: Eustache Le Sueur
Darius the Great Opening the Tomb of Nitocris, 17th century. The third king of the Achaemenid dynasty, Darius I (550-486 BC) ruled the Persian Empire from 522 BC until his death

Darius I King Darius The Great Achaemenid Empire
Darius I, King of the Achaemenid Empire, opens the tomb of the Babylonian Queen Nitocris. A story tells that Nitocris had herself entombed above a city gate

Source Size = 3794 x 2808
Scene from the New Egyptian Drama of " nitocris, " at Drury Lane Theatre, the Coronation Procession

Little flask of Psamtik II made of siliceous majolica and box lid of Nitocris
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, Dynasty XXVII. Little flask of Psamtik II made of siliceous majolica and box lid of Nitocris

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Nitocris, the daughter of King Psamtek I, was a prominent figure in ancient Egypt during the 7th century BC. The Sarcophagus of Pabasa, Great Steward to Nitocris, provides us with a glimpse into her royal lineage and importance. Carved from stone, this artifact symbolizes her power and influence. Intriguingly, it is known for her vengeance. According to Herodotus' accounts, she avenged her brother's murder by inviting his killers to a banquet. Little did they know that their fate was sealed as Nitocris flooded the room with the mighty Nile River. Her story captivated audiences even centuries later when it became the subject of various dramatic performances at Drury Lane Theatre. Scenes from "Nitocris" were brought to life through engravings and lithographs, showcasing her coronation procession and an Egyptian spectacle. The Banquet holds particular significance in both history and artistry. Depicted in engravings from different periods such as 1890 or even as early as the 17th century by Eustache Le Sueur's painting titled "Darius the Great Opening the Tomb of Nitocris, " these portrayals capture the tension and drama surrounding this infamous event. Beyond theatrical representations, physical artifacts linked to they have been discovered over time. A little flask belonging to Psamtik II made of siliceous majolica alongside a box lid bearing Nitocris' name further solidify her existence within ancient Egyptian society. While some aspects of Nitocris' story may be shrouded in legend or mythological embellishments over time, there is no denying that she left an indelible mark on history through tales of revenge and power struggles within Egypt's Sixth Dynasty.