Rameses The Great Collection (page 5)

Wall painting from the tomb of Nefertari, Thebes, Ancient Egypt, 19th Dynasty, 13th century BC. Nefertari (1292-1225 BC) was the favourite queen of Ramses II

Cartouche for Rameses II, Ancient Egyptian, 19th Dynasty, c1279-1212 BC. Cartouche from the Temple of Ramses, Abydos. In Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic script

Statues of Rameses II outside the entrance to the main temple at Abu Simbel, Egypt, 13th Century BC
Sandstone statues of Rameses II outside the entrance to the main temple at Abu Simbel, Egypt, 13th Century BC. The temple was built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC)

Exterior of the Hypostyle hall, temple of Amun-Re, Karnak, Egypt, 1878. The great temple at Karnak (Thebes), built in the 14th-13th century BC in the reigns of Rameses I and Rameses II

Hypostyle hall, temple of Amun-Re, Karnak, Egypt, 1878. Artist: P Sebah
Hypostyle hall, temple of Amun-Re, Karnak, Egypt, 1878. Carved and decorated pillars at the temple of Amun-Re at Karnak (Thebes)

Kiosk of Qertassi, Nubia, Egypt, 1878. Artist: Felix Bonfils
Kiosk of Qertassi, Nubia, Egypt, 1878. This temple is dedicated to the Pharaoh Rameses II and the Ancient Egyptian gods Amun and Anuket. From Album of Photographs, Egypt, by Felix Bonfils, 1878

The Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, 1878. Artist: Felix Bonfils
The Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, 1878. The monumental statues of Rameses II outside the entrance to the Temple of Abu Simbel. From Album of Photographs, Egypt, by Felix Bonfils, 1878

Treaty of Ramses and the Hittite People, Temple of Karnak, 19th century
Ramses and the Hittite People, Temple of Karnak, 19th century

A BURRIED CITY OF THE EXODUS: 1. Field of Excavations at Tel-el-Maskhutah, on the Fresh-Water Canal, Egypt. 2. Part of Excavations. 3

A BURRIED CITY OF THE EXODUS: 1. Field of Excavations at Tel-el-Maskhutah, on the Fresh-Water Canal, Egypt. 2. Part of Excavations. 3

Abu Simbel temple, Egypt, 19th century C017 / 7839
Abu Simbel temple. 19th-century view of the Great Temple at Abu Simbel in its original position on the west bank of the River Nile

Ancient Egyptian monuments at Luxor
Ancient Egyptian monuments, located at the entrance to the First Pylon at the Temple of Luxor on the east bank of the River Nile in Egypt

Rock cut Temple of Ramesses II (Rameses the Great) (Ramses the Great), Abu Simbel, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

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"Rameses the Great: A Glimpse into Ancient Egypt's Mighty Pharaoh" Step back in time to the 13th century BC, where Rameses II, an iconic pharaoh of the 19th Dynasty, ruled over ancient Egypt with unparalleled grandeur. This captivating artwork by Winifred Mabel Brunton transports us to a world steeped in history and mystery. In one painting, we witness Nefertari and Isis adorning the walls of a Theban tomb. Their beauty and grace are immortalized for eternity, reflecting the importance of these goddesses in Egyptian mythology. Another masterpiece depicts Rameses II standing tall beside the Tree of Life at Karnak. Symbolizing his divine connection and eternal reign as pharaoh, this scene showcases his power and authority. The mummy of Ramesses II is captured in a black-and-white photograph, reminding us that even after death, his legacy lives on. His preserved remains offer glimpses into ancient embalming practices while preserving his majestic presence. Engravings reveal scenes from everyday life during Rameses' rule - slaves diligently making bricks under the watchful eye of their overseers or captives constructing temples under duress. These images shed light on both the achievements and hardships faced by those who built Egypt's magnificent structures. Ancient artifacts such as rings adorned with Usermaatre-Setepenre (Ramesses II) inscriptions or scarabs depicting Ptah alongside his name further emphasize Rameses' divine status. These intricate pieces serve as reminders of how deeply religion was intertwined with daily life during this era. Traveling beyond Egypt's borders, Ibsamboul takes us to Nubia where Hathor's temple stands proudly amidst breathtaking landscapes. Meanwhile, Jerusalem unveils its lower arcades within the Church of Holy Sepulchre—a testament to Rameses' influence reaching far beyond Egyptian territories.