Sakkarah Collection

Egyptian antiquite: pectoral of Pharaoh Ramses II (1279-1213 BC) 19th Dynasty
LRI4633627 Egyptian antiquite: pectoral of Pharaoh Ramses II (1279-1213 BC) 19th Dynasty. In the center the goddess cobra Ouadjet and the vulture goddess Nekhbet

Village of Kafr near the Pyramids of Saqqara, Egypt (chromolitho)
6033694 Village of Kafr near the Pyramids of Saqqara, Egypt (chromolitho) by European School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Village of Kafr near the Pyramids of Saqqara, Egypt)

Fishing scene on the tomb of a noble in Saqqara (relief)
THT4306365 Fishing scene on the tomb of a noble in Saqqara (relief); (add.info.: Ancient Egypt: Saqqarah (or Saqqara or Sakkarah): necropolis of the Old Empire, tomb of noble

Hippopotamus detail in the tomb of Ti, Saqqara, 5th dynasty (relief)
THT4306266 Hippopotamus detail in the tomb of Ti, Saqqara, 5th dynasty (relief) by Egyptian 5th Dynasty (c.2494-2345 BC); (add.info)

View of monuments found in Saqqara (Sakkara) in 1822. Drawing by Pascal Coste (1787-1879), 1825
JEB4859728 View of monuments found in Saqqara (Sakkara) in 1822. Drawing by Pascal Coste (1787-1879), 1825. Mediterranean Archeology Museum, Marseille by Coste

Ancient Egypt: limestone relief depicting scribes from the Chapel of Mastaba in
JLJ4673072 Ancient Egypt: limestone relief depicting scribes from the Chapel of Mastaba in Akhethetep, around 2300 BC. 5th dynasty. Old empire. From Saqqara (Sakkara)

Ancient Egypt: limestone relief representing musicians from the Chapel of Mastaba in
JLJ4670675 Ancient Egypt: limestone relief representing musicians from the Chapel of Mastaba in Akhethetep, around 2300 BC. 5th dynasty. Old empire. From Saqqara (Sakkara)

Egyptian antiquite: limestone statue of a sitting scribe from the necropolis of Saqqara
LRI4639862 Egyptian antiquite: limestone statue of a sitting scribe from the necropolis of Saqqara (Sakkara), 5th dynasty, ancient empire

Egyptian Antiquity: View of the Pyramid of Sakkarah. Construction of Imhotep for King
JLJ4590275 Egyptian Antiquity: View of the Pyramid of Sakkarah. Construction of Imhotep for King Djeser (around 2, 700 BC) (3rd Dynasty) Saqqarah

Egyptian antiquite: the pyramid of Sakkarah (Saqqarah) made by Imhotep for King Djeser
JLJ4680052 Egyptian antiquite: the pyramid of Sakkarah (Saqqarah) made by Imhotep for King Djeser. 3rd dynasty (around 2700 BC) Egypt by Egyptian 3rd Dynasty (2700-2620 BC); Saqqara

Egyptian antiquite: navigation scene. Limestone relief from the Chapel of Mastaba of
JLJ4592226 Egyptian antiquite: navigation scene. Limestone relief from the Chapel of Mastaba of Akhethetep in Saqqara. 5th dynasty (around 2500-2350 BC) 2300 BC

Egyptian Antiquity: View of the Pyramid of Sakkarah. Construction of Imhotep for King
JLJ4590214 Egyptian Antiquity: View of the Pyramid of Sakkarah. Construction of Imhotep for King Djeser (around 2, 700 BC) (3rd Dynasty) Saqqarah

Nile Sketches (engraving)
1624050 Nile Sketches (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nile Sketches. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 June 1882)

Pectoral in the shape of a vulture with the head of a belier Jewel in carnelian
JLJ4576352 Pectoral in the shape of a vulture with the head of a belier Jewel in carnelian, lapis lazuli (lapis lazuli), gold from saqqara (Sakkarah). 19th dynasty

Egyptian Antiquity: View of the Pyramid of Sakkarah. Construction of Imhotep for King
JLJ4590273 Egyptian Antiquity: View of the Pyramid of Sakkarah. Construction of Imhotep for King Djeser (around 2, 700 BC) (3rd Dynasty) Saqqarah

Egyptian antiquite: men carrying ducks. Limestone relief from the Chapel of Mastaba of
JLJ4593546 Egyptian antiquite: men carrying ducks. Limestone relief from the Chapel of Mastaba of Akhethetep in Saqqara. 5th dynasty (around 2500-2350 BC) 2300 BC

Egyptian antiquite: a sailboat. Limestone relief from the Chapel of Mastaba of Akhethetep
JLJ4592087 Egyptian antiquite: a sailboat. Limestone relief from the Chapel of Mastaba of Akhethetep in Saqqara. 5th dynasty (around 2500-2350 BC) 2300 BC

Egyptian Antiquite: Portrait of Raefer, Egyptian High Priest, 2500-2465 BC
LRI4639954 Egyptian Antiquite: Portrait of Raefer, Egyptian High Priest, 2500-2465 BC, Limestone Sculpture, From Saqqarah, Detail - Cairo, Egyptian Museum - Raefer

Egyptian antiquite: limestone stele in the name of King Anyas sign door
JLJ4667335 Egyptian antiquite: limestone stele in the name of King Anyas sign door. In the hanger Pharaoh Ramses II offers incense to his own colossal divine statue

Ancient Egypt: limestone relief representing the delivery of the necklaces
JLJ4592091 Ancient Egypt: limestone relief representing the delivery of the necklaces. From the Chapel of Mastaba in Akhethetep, around 2300 BC. 5th dynasty. Old empire. From Saqqara (Sakkara)

Egyptian antiquite: limestone statuette of Kai, administrator of the jackal. From Saqqara
JLJ4574321 Egyptian antiquite: limestone statuette of Kai, administrator of the jackal. From Saqqara. Old empire, 5th dynasty

View of the pyramid of Saqqarah (Sakkarah). Egypt. Illustration of the 19th century Paris
JLJ4658252 View of the pyramid of Saqqarah (Sakkarah). Egypt. Illustration of the 19th century Paris, college of France by Unknown Artist, (19th century); College de France, Paris

Crouching Scribe Statue, from Saqqara, Old Kingdom (limestone
XIR50750 Crouching Scribe Statue, from Saqqara, Old Kingdom (limestone, alabaster & rock crystal) (see also 391129) by Egyptian 5th Dynasty (c.2494-2345 BC); 53.7 x 44 cm; Louvre, Paris

Egyptian Antiquity: View of the Pyramid of Sakkarah. Construction of Imhotep for King
JLJ4590319 Egyptian Antiquity: View of the Pyramid of Sakkarah. Construction of Imhotep for King Djeser (around 2, 700 BC) (3rd Dynasty) Saqqarah

Egyptian Antiquity: View of the Pyramid of Sakkarah. Construction of Imhotep for King
JLJ4590122 Egyptian Antiquity: View of the Pyramid of Sakkarah. Construction of Imhotep for King Djeser (around 2, 700 BC) (3rd Dynasty) Saqqarah

Ancient Egypt: limestone relief representing a canoe from the Chapel of Mastaba in
JLJ4565256 Ancient Egypt: limestone relief representing a canoe from the Chapel of Mastaba in Akhethetep, around 2300 BC. 5th dynasty. Old empire. From Saqqara (Sakkara)

Egyptian antiquite: "The scribe squatting"Statue in limestone
JLJ4564024 Egyptian antiquite: " The scribe squatting" Statue in limestone, albaster and rock crystal. Comes from sakkarah (Saqqara) (around 2620 - 2350 BC). 4th or 5th dynasty) Sun

Egyptian antiquite: painting of the mastaba of Metchetchi
JLJ4667164 Egyptian antiquite: painting of the mastaba of Metchetchi. Scene of daily life (hunting, fishing, offering) in Egypt at the time of the 6th dynasty. 2400-2300 BC

Sakkarah Inscriptions Ptah-Mes Tomb Theodule Deveria
Sakkarah, Inscriptions of Ptah-Mes Tomb; Theodule Deveria (French, 1831 - 1871); France; 1859; Albumen silver print

ANCIENT EGYPT: MARKET. A customer offering a collarette to a dealer in cakes at the market. Drawing after a fresco in a tomb at Sakkarah, Egypt. Old Kingdom, c2500 B.C

ANCIENT EGYPT: DAILY LIFE. Daily life in a market. At the left a dealer in ornaments bargains with a woman who wants to buy a string of beads and on the right

ANCIENT EGYPT: MARKET. A customer buying vegetables in exchange for a necklace, while another approaches in the hope of buying onions in exchange for a fan

ANCIENT EGYPT: FISH DEALER. A fish dealer cleaning a fish while he haggles about the price with his customer. Drawing after a fresco in a tomb at Sakkarah, Egypt. Old Kingdom, c2500 B.C

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"Sakkarah: A Glimpse into Ancient Egypt's Rich Heritage" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Sakkarah, an ancient Egyptian site that holds a treasure trove of historical wonders. One such marvel is the pectoral of Pharaoh Ramses II, a breathtaking artifact from the 19th Dynasty. Crafted with intricate detailing, it showcases the opulence and power of this legendary ruler. As you explore further, your eyes will be drawn to the mesmerizing view of monuments discovered in Saqqara back in 1822. Thanks to Pascal Coste's remarkable drawing skills, we can still appreciate these architectural masterpieces today. The Mediterranean Archeology Museum in Marseille proudly preserves his artwork for all to admire. Delve deeper into Sakkarah's past as you encounter limestone reliefs depicting scribes and musicians from the Chapel of Mastaba. These beautifully carved artworks offer glimpses into ancient Egyptian society and its rich cultural heritage. One cannot miss the limestone statue of a sitting scribe found within Saqqara's necropolis. This masterpiece stands as a testament to both artistic skill and reverence for knowledge during that era. The Pyramid looms majestically on this historic landscape – an awe-inspiring creation by Imhotep for King Djeser. Its grandeur leaves visitors spellbound even after thousands of years have passed since its construction. Horemheb's memphite tomb is another gem waiting to be explored at Sakkarah. Step inside this ancient resting place and witness scenes depicting daily life etched onto Mastaba walls by Werirenptah himself. A fascinating navigation scene captured on a limestone relief from the Chapel of Mastaba transports us back to river journeys along the Nile during those times – a reminder that trade and travel were integral parts of ancient Egyptian civilization. Nile Sketches engraved meticulously serve as windows into the past, offering glimpses of life along this iconic river.