Sphinx Egypt Collection

Egyptian campaign (1798-1801) : 3 French soldiers looking the sphinx, engraving
1759942 Egyptian campaign (1798-1801) : 3 French soldiers looking the sphinx, engraving; (add.info.: Egyptian campaign (1798-1801) : 3 French soldiers looking the sphinx, engraving); Photo: Tallandier

The Pyramids and Sphinx (colour litho)
8664962 The Pyramids and Sphinx (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pyramids and Sphinx)

Three women and a man in western attire, seated on camels, several local men stand before the camels holding the reins
684340 Three women and a man in western attire, seated on camels, several local men stand before the camels holding the reins

Album "Meine mittelmeer-reise 1910": Group of people posing in front of the Sphinx of Giza with pyramid in
3562340 Album "Meine mittelmeer-reise 1910": Group of people posing in front of the Sphinx of Giza with pyramid in the background; (add.info.: Giza, Necropolis)

The Sphinx, circa 1900 (b/w photo)
UIG5418840 The Sphinx, circa 1900 (b/w photo); (add.info.: South easterly view of the Giza (Gizah, Gizeh) plateau showing one of the pyramids (Cheops, Kheops) and the statue of the Sphinx

Civilization of Antiquity: The Armee of Alexander The Great entering Ancient Egypt in 332 BC
NWI4910809 Civilization of Antiquity: The Armee of Alexander The Great entering Ancient Egypt in 332 BC. Colour engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info.: Civilization of Antiquity)

Egypt, Cairo: Cook cruise, the pyramid of Kheops (Cheops, Keops, Khufu, Khufu) to Guizeh (Guiseh, Giza)
LUX4778157 Egypt, Cairo: Cook cruise, the pyramid of Kheops (Cheops, Keops, Khufu, Khufu) to Guizeh (Guiseh, Giza, Giza) and the sphinx

The Sphinx, c. 1853 (salted paper print from waxed paper negative)
XOS5884172 The Sphinx, c. 1853 (salted paper print from waxed paper negative) by Greene, John Beasley (1832-56); 23.2x29.6 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Sphinx of Queen Hatshepsut XVIII Dynasty (sculpture)
8586250 Sphinx of Queen Hatshepsut XVIII Dynasty (sculpture) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Egyptian National Museum, Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt, Cairo)

Giseh Plateau, Cheops Pyramid, and Giseh Sphinx (-2500 BC)
8586391 Giseh Plateau, Cheops Pyramid, and Giseh Sphinx (-2500 BC) by Egyptian; Giza (El Gizeh), Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt Giseh Plateau, Cheops Pyramid)

Sphinx, Karnak temple (sculpture)
8586043 Sphinx, Karnak temple (sculpture) by Egyptian; Karnak Temple, Karnak, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

Pyramid of Cheops and Sphinx of Giseh (-2500 BC)
8585777 Pyramid of Cheops and Sphinx of Giseh (-2500 BC) by Egyptian; Giza (El Gizeh), Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt Giseh Plateau, Cheops Pyramid)

Sphinx, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo)
7062295 Sphinx, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo) by Egyptian 4th Dynasty (c.2613-2498 BC); Giza (El Gizeh), Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: Sphinx, Giza, Cairo, Egypt); Photo © Stefano Baldini

The pyramid of Khafre with the Sphinx, Giza, Egypt, 2020 (photo)
7062296 The pyramid of Khafre with the Sphinx, Giza, Egypt, 2020 (photo) by Egyptian 4th Dynasty (c.2613-2498 BC); Giza (El Gizeh), Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: The pyramid of Khafre with the Sphinx)

The Memphis sphinx, detail, 1550-1069 BC circa, detail
7129680 The Memphis sphinx, detail, 1550-1069 BC circa, detail by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Open Air Museum at Memphis, Mit Rahina, Egypt; (add.info.: The Memphis sphinx, detail)

The great Sphinx with the pyramid of Menkaure in the background, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo)
7062267 The great Sphinx with the pyramid of Menkaure in the background, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo) by Egyptian 4th Dynasty (c.2613-2498 BC); Giza (El Gizeh), Cairo

The great Sphinx with the pyramid of Cheops in the background, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo)
7062261 The great Sphinx with the pyramid of Cheops in the background, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo) by Egyptian 4th Dynasty (c.2613-2498 BC); Giza (El Gizeh), Cairo

The great Sphinx, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo)
7062273 The great Sphinx, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo) by Egyptian 4th Dynasty (c.2613-2498 BC); Giza (El Gizeh), Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: The great Sphinx, Giza, Cairo)

The Memphis sphinx, 1550-1069 BC circa, (alabaster)
7129698 The Memphis sphinx, 1550-1069 BC circa, (alabaster) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Open Air Museum at Memphis, Mit Rahina, Egypt; (add.info.: The Memphis sphinx)

The Memphis sphinx, detail, 1550-1069 BC circa, detail
7129682 The Memphis sphinx, detail, 1550-1069 BC circa, detail by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Open Air Museum at Memphis, Mit Rahina, Egypt; (add.info.: The Memphis sphinx, detail)

The Memphis sphinx, 1550-1069 BC circa, (alabaster)
7129668 The Memphis sphinx, 1550-1069 BC circa, (alabaster) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Open Air Museum at Memphis, Mit Rahina, Egypt; (add.info.: The Memphis sphinx)

The three main pyramids and the Sphinx, Giza, Egypt, 2020 (photo)
7062294 The three main pyramids and the Sphinx, Giza, Egypt, 2020 (photo) by Egyptian 4th Dynasty (c.2613-2498 BC); Giza (El Gizeh), Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: The three main pyramids and the Sphinx)

The great Sphinx, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo)
7062269 The great Sphinx, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo) by Egyptian 4th Dynasty (c.2613-2498 BC); Giza (El Gizeh), Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: The great Sphinx, Giza, Cairo)

The great Sphinx with the pyramid of Khafre in the background, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo)
7062265 The great Sphinx with the pyramid of Khafre in the background, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo) by Egyptian 4th Dynasty (c.2613-2498 BC); Giza (El Gizeh), Cairo

The great Sphinx with the pyramid of Cheops in the background, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo)
7062262 The great Sphinx with the pyramid of Cheops in the background, Giza, Cairo, Egypt, 2020 (photo) by Egyptian 4th Dynasty (c.2613-2498 BC); Giza (El Gizeh), Cairo

The Memphis sphinx, detail, 1550-1069 BC circa, detail
7129685 The Memphis sphinx, detail, 1550-1069 BC circa, detail by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Open Air Museum at Memphis, Mit Rahina, Egypt; (add.info.: The Memphis sphinx, detail)

Sphinx of Giza, c. 1900 (print)
7293014 Sphinx of Giza, c.1900 (print) by Perlberg, Friedrich (1848-1921); (add.info.: Geography. Egypt. Sandstorm in the desert near the sphinx and pyramids of Giza)

The Great Sphinx of Giza (watercolour)
544820 The Great Sphinx of Giza (watercolour) by Prisse d Avennes, Emile (1807-79); (add.info.: Watercolour. Emile Prisse d Avennes (1807-1879) French architect, engineer and orientalist

The Great Sphinx and Pyramids at Gizeh (watercolour)
542659 The Great Sphinx and Pyramids at Gizeh (watercolour) by Roberts, David (1796-1864); (add.info.: David Roberts (1796-1864) British (Scottish) artist. Watercolour.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Sphinx with Pyramids in the background, 1852 (b / w photo)
544856 The Sphinx with Pyramids in the background, 1852 (b/w photo) by Du Camp, Maxime (1822-94); (add.info.: Giza, Egypt)

Cairo, Sphinx and Pyramid (coloured photo)
5225505 Cairo, Sphinx and Pyramid (coloured photo) by Egyptian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cairo, Sphinx and Pyramid)

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"The Enigmatic Beauty of the Sphinx: A Glimpse into Ancient Egypt's Majestic Past" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating allure of the Sphinx, an iconic symbol of ancient Egyptian civilization. Located in Giza, Cairo, this enigmatic creature has stood tall for centuries, guarding the secrets of a bygone era. In 2020, as you gaze upon its majestic form against the backdrop of modern-day Egypt, you can't help but feel a sense of awe and wonder. The timeless allure of this mystical monument continues to captivate visitors from around the world. One such breathtaking sight is captured in a photo taken at Giza's Pyramid of Khafre. Here, with its regal presence overlooking the landscape, stands the Sphinx—its weathered face revealing traces of countless stories etched into its stone facade. Another remarkable image showcases the Memphis sphinx—a masterpiece crafted between 1550-1069 BC circa—in intricate detail. Carved from alabaster and meticulously preserved over millennia, it serves as a testament to ancient craftsmanship that still leaves us spellbound today. As we explore further through photographs capturing different angles and perspectives—the pyramid of Menkaure or Cheops looming behind—we realize how seamlessly these architectural wonders blend together. The Great Sphinx harmoniously coexists with these towering pyramids—an embodiment of human ingenuity intertwined with natural grandeur. A black-and-white photograph dating back to 1858 transports us even deeper into history. With El-Geezah's Great Pyramid standing prominently before it, we witness firsthand how this mythical creature has witnessed generations come and go throughout centuries past. In present times too, amidst bustling crowds and contemporary city life in Cairo's vibrant streetscape lies an oasis where time seems suspended—the great Sphinx itself. Its stoic expression invites contemplation about our place within history's vast tapestry—a reminder that some mysteries are meant to endure.