North East Africa Collection (#7)

View of the Egyptian living room of Villa San Martino, residence of Napoleon I (1769-1821)
JLJ4596241 View of the Egyptian living room of Villa San Martino, residence of Napoleon I (1769-1821) during his exile at Elba Island Watercolour by Pierre Girard (1806-1872) 1856 Sun

Department of Algiers, French Algeria - France and its Colonies. Atlas illustrates one hundred
XEE4144398 Department of Algiers, French Algeria - France and its Colonies. Atlas illustrates one hundred and five maps from the maps of the depot of war, bridges and footwear and the Navy by M

Le Caire (Egypte) (Cairo). Scene de campement d une caravane dans le desert, la ville en arriere plan
FIA5344589 Le Caire (Egypte) (Cairo). Scene de campement d une caravane dans le desert, la ville en arriere plan. Peinture de Nikolai Yegorovich Makovsky (1842-1886), huile sur toile, 1876

The Algerian Cafe - Flores Ibanez, Eduardo (active 1870-1889) - Watercolour on paper - 27x35 - Museo Carmen Thyssen
FIA5398809 The Algerian Cafe - Flores Ibanez, Eduardo (active 1870-1889) - Watercolour on paper - 27x35 - Museo Carmen Thyssen, Malaga by Flores Ibanez

Cairo and the Citadel from Giza (colour litho)
6023302 Cairo and the Citadel from Giza (colour litho) by Du Cane, Ella (1874-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cairo and the Citadel from Giza)

A Rose-Garden at Giza, and View of Cairo (colour litho)
6023299 A Rose-Garden at Giza, and View of Cairo (colour litho) by Du Cane, Ella (1874-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Rose-Garden at Giza, and View of Cairo)

Egypt, the Mutiny at Assiout (engraving)
1045617 Egypt, the Mutiny at Assiout (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egypt, the Mutiny at Assiout)

The pedigree of El-Moizz, c. 1920 (litho)
1122912 The pedigree of El-Moizz, c.1920 (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hutchinsons History of the Nations published by Hutchinson & Co. c.1920)

Egypt after the War, the Trial of Arabi at Cairo, reading the Sentence of Death (engraving)
1061372 Egypt after the War, the Trial of Arabi at Cairo, reading the Sentence of Death (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egypt after the War)

Biskra, (oil on canvas)
658568 Biskra, (oil on canvas) by Simoni, Gustavo (1846-1925); 87.5x59 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Biskra. Gustavo Simoni (b. 1846). Oil on canvas. 87.5 x 59cm); Photo © Christies Images

The liberation of Christian prisoners of Oran by Cardinal Francisco Jimenez de Cisneros (1436-1517)
FIA5401681 The liberation of Christian prisoners of Oran by Cardinal Francisco Jimenez de Cisneros (1436-1517) par Jover y Casanova, Francisco (1836-1890), 1869 - Oil on canvas

Egyptian sphynx, scarab beetle, Horus, etc, 1823 (engraving)
7235403 Egyptian sphynx, scarab beetle, Horus, etc, 1823 (engraving) by Dagley, Richard (c.1761-1841); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egyptian sphynx from the obelisk of the sun, Campus Martius)

Kabyle village of Taourirt Mokrane, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202075 Kabyle village of Taourirt Mokrane, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kabyle village of Taourirt Mokrane, Algeria)

Edward, Prince of Wales on his visit to the Middle East and the Pyramids, 1862-1863. (chromolitho)
7173203 Edward, Prince of Wales on his visit to the Middle East and the Pyramids, 1862-1863. (chromolitho) by Johnson, Alfred (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward)

Islam, pelerinage: the sacred carpet leaving for Mecca from Cairo, Egypt, 1881
XEE4171111 Islam, pelerinage: the sacred carpet leaving for Mecca from Cairo, Egypt, 1881. Engraving by Samuel Urrabieta in " The Illustrous World" n'1289 of 10 December 1881

Algeria, French Africa - France and its Colonies. Atlas illustrates one hundred
XEE4144403 Algeria, French Africa - France and its Colonies. Atlas illustrates one hundred and five maps from the maps of the depot of war, bridges and footwear and the Navy by M. VUILLEMIN. 1876

Department of Oran, French Algeria. Oran, Geryville, Tlemcen, Arzew, Mazagran. - France and its Colonies
XEE4144397 Department of Oran, French Algeria. Oran, Geryville, Tlemcen, Arzew, Mazagran. - France and its Colonies. Atlas illustrates one hundred and five maps from the maps of the depot of war

Dollies: Algeria (colour litho)
6027908 Dollies: Algeria (colour litho) by Cobb, Ruth (1878-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: Algeria. Illustration for More Dollies)

An Arab Cafe, Cairo (colour litho)
6023304 An Arab Cafe, Cairo (colour litho) by Du Cane, Ella (1874-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Arab Cafe, Cairo)

The Island of Roda, Cairo (colour litho)
6023300 The Island of Roda, Cairo (colour litho) by Du Cane, Ella (1874-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Island of Roda, Cairo)

L Assiette au Beurre, number 164, Satirique en couleurs, 1904_5_21: Colonization, England Great Britain, Algeria
ICA4890386 L Assiette au Beurre, number 164, Satirique en couleurs, 1904_5_21: Colonization, England Great Britain, Algeria, Madagascar, Morocco, Technique, Anticolonialism, Martinique, Tunisia

Stele from Ghorfa (El Horfa), 2nd century AD
LRI4640349 Stele from Ghorfa (El Horfa), 2nd century AD by Carthaginian (7th-3rd century BC); Musee du Bardo, Tunis, Tunisia; (add.info.: Carthaginian civilization (Punic)

The Khedive saluting the Holy Carpet at Cairo before its Despatch to Mecca, 5 October (engraving)
1061355 The Khedive saluting the Holy Carpet at Cairo before its Despatch to Mecca, 5 October (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info)

Life in Egypt, an Arab Lady and her Steed, Cairo (engraving)
1060553 Life in Egypt, an Arab Lady and her Steed, Cairo (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life in Egypt, an Arab Lady and her Steed, Cairo)

View of the Admiralty at Algiers, c. 1899 (hand-coloured photo)
1267965 View of the Admiralty at Algiers, c.1899 (hand-coloured photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Admiralty in the harbour of Algiers)

Algiers, beginning of the suburb of Babazuhn, c. 1840 (litho)
7243093 Algiers, beginning of the suburb of Babazuhn, c.1840 (litho) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 13.7x11.2 cm; (add.info.: City scene from Algiers, c.1840); JMK Archiv

St Catherine of Alexandria, c. 1650-99 (oil on canvas)
7240796 St Catherine of Alexandria, c.1650-99 (oil on canvas) by Beale, Mary (1632-99); 62.8x45.5 cm; The Weston Park Foundation, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: St)

Salammbo and Potiphars wife in exotic outfits, Carthage, 3rd, 1850 (engraving)
7233250 Salammbo and Potiphars wife in exotic outfits, Carthage, 3rd, 1850 (engraving) by Grevin, Alfred (1827-1892); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women in exotic outfits of fabric and metal)

Young Hannibal swearing enmity to the Romans (engraving)
7150812 Young Hannibal swearing enmity to the Romans (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young Hannibal swearing enmity to the Romans)

Regulus destroying the Carthaginian fleet, Battle of Cape Ecnomus, 256 BC (engraving)
7150810 Regulus destroying the Carthaginian fleet, Battle of Cape Ecnomus, 256 BC (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Old Testament stories: the Egyptians giving presents to the Israelites (chromolitho)
7157121 Old Testament stories: the Egyptians giving presents to the Israelites (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Testament stories)

Margaret of Provence, Queen Consort of Louis IX of France, and her baby (chromolitho)
7157054 Margaret of Provence, Queen Consort of Louis IX of France, and her baby (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Margaret of Provence)

Ancient Egyptians (chromolitho)
7153579 Ancient Egyptians (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Egyptians)

Coins of Cities and Countries, Bruttium - Carthage (engraving)
7164269 Coins of Cities and Countries, Bruttium - Carthage (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coins of Cities and Countries, Bruttium - Carthage)

Plan de Tell-el-Amarna (engraving)
7179866 Plan de Tell-el-Amarna (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan de Tell-el-Amarna)

Defense du marabout de Sidi Brahim (engraving)
7179584 Defense du marabout de Sidi Brahim (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Defense du marabout de Sidi Brahim)

L amiral Duquesne bombardant Alger (engraving)
7179545 L amiral Duquesne bombardant Alger (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L amiral Duquesne bombardant Alger)

Ptolemy I Soter and Eurydice, rulers of Ptolemaic Egypt (engraving)
7173423 Ptolemy I Soter and Eurydice, rulers of Ptolemaic Egypt (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ptolemy I Soter and Eurydice, rulers of Ptolemaic Egypt)

The Well of the Casbah at Tangier (oil on canvas)
6452861 The Well of the Casbah at Tangier (oil on canvas) by Delacroix, Auguste (1809-68); Private Collection; (add.info.: Delacroix, Auguste (1809-68))

Halifax town and harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada. 18th century. (engraving)
7212180 Halifax town and harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada. 18th century. (engraving) by Serres, Dominic (1722-93); (add.info.: Halifax town and harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada in the 18th century)

River Nile and Goddess Cybele 1779 - 1780, fresco
7225017 River Nile and Goddess Cybele 1779 - 1780, fresco by Conca, Tommaso (1734-1822); Villa Borghese, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Center of Ceiling decoration)

The journeyings of the Israelites from Egypt to Canaan (engraving)
7192908 The journeyings of the Israelites from Egypt to Canaan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The journeyings of the Israelites from Egypt to Canaan)

Moroccan Man (oil on panel)
6431768 Moroccan Man (oil on panel) by Tanner, Henry Ossawa (1859-1937); 33 x 23.5 cm; Private Collection

Water-carrier, Egypt (engraving)
7192393 Water-carrier, Egypt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Water-carrier, Egypt)

The Boils and Blains (engraving)
7188829 The Boils and Blains (engraving) by Dalziel, Thomas (1823-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boils and Blains)

Classe aux pelicans, Egypte (engraving)
7200043 Classe aux pelicans, Egypte (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Classe aux pelicans, Egypte)

Premiere cataracte, dessin d apres nature de M Riou (engraving)
7200021 Premiere cataracte, dessin d apres nature de M Riou (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Premiere cataracte, dessin d apres nature de M Riou)

Map of the Roman Empire at its greatest extent, 119 (litho)
7200988 Map of the Roman Empire at its greatest extent, 119 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Roman Empire at its greatest extent, 119)

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of North East Africa" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of North East Africa, where history and culture intertwine to create a tapestry of enchantment. From the bustling streets of Cairo to the serene oases in the desert, this region is a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. Step back in time as you stroll along an old street in Cairo, its vibrant colors captured beautifully in a lithograph. Feel the essence of Algerian life as you witness an Algerian girl gracefully carrying a jug near an oasis, depicted with delicate watercolors by Louis Ernest Lessieux. Delve into Abyssinian traditions through an engraving showcasing a woman adorned with intricate patterns and symbols. Explore further into French influence with letters dedicated to "Kabyles, " providing glimpses into their unique identity within Alphabet francais. Marvel at historical events immortalized on canvas; from Cleopatra's dramatic flight from the Battle of Actium to the triumphant entry of French forces into Algiers. These oil paintings transport us through time, allowing us to relive significant moments that shaped this region's destiny. Journey deeper into history with engravings depicting both invasion and liberation - The Invasion of Algiers marking July 1830 as a turning point for Algeria's fate. North East Africa beckons explorers seeking cultural immersion and historical enlightenment. It invites you to uncover its hidden gems, whether it be admiring magnificent mosques or tracing ancient footsteps along its storied landscapes. Come experience North East Africa - where past meets present and every corner holds tales untold.