Usermaatra Setepenra Collection

Scarab Depicting a Baboon before the Throne Name of Ramses II, 19th dynasty (1304-1201 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Scarab Depicting a Baboon before the Throne Name of Ramses II (image 2 of 2), 19th dynasty (1304-1201 BCE)

Another recently discovered Statue of Ramses II at Luxor, 1886. Creator: Unknown
Another recently discovered Statue of Ramses II at Luxor, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Discovery of a Colossal Statue of Ramses II near Aboukir, Egypt, 1886. Creator: Unknown
Discovery of a Colossal Statue of Ramses II near Aboukir, Egypt, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Crystal Palace at Sydenham - the Egyptian Avenue: Colossal Figures from Aboo Simbel, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Crystal Palace at Sydenham - the Egyptian Avenue: Colossal Figures from Aboo Simbel, 1854. Replicas of Ancient Egyptian scuptures from the temple of Abu Simbel, on display in South London

Ramesseum, Egypt, 1984. Creator: Ethel Davies
Ramesseum, Egypt, 1984. The remains of the Ramasseum, the memorial temple to the Egyptian pharoah Ramessesm dating from the 13th century BC

Karnak, Egypt, 1984. Creator: Ethel Davies
Karnak, Egypt, 1984. Ancient pharoaic figure at the Temple of Karnak, a complex of ancient religious and secular buildings, dating from 2000 BC to 30 BC, Luxor, Egypt

Ramses, Abu Simbel, Egypt, 1984. Creator: Ethel Davies
Ramses, Abu Simbel, Egypt, 1984. The massive rock carved temples and UNESCO Heritage Site built for and by the Pharoah Ramesses II c. 1300 BC, moved to this site in 1958, near Lake Nasser, Egypt

Abu Simbel, Egypt, 1984. Creator: Ethel Davies
Abu Simbel, Egypt, 1984. The massive rock carved temples and UNESCO Heritage Site built for and by the Pharoah Ramesses II c. 1300 BC, moved to this site in 1958, near Lake Nasser, Egypt

Ring: Usermaatre-Setepenre (Ramesses II), Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 19, reign of Ramesses II (about 1279-1213 BCE)

Scarab: The God Ptah with a Standing King and the Name of Usermaatra Setepenra (Ramesses II), Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 19, Reign of Ramesses II (about 1279-1213 BCE)

Scarab: The God Ptah with Name of Usermaatra Setepenra (Ramesses II), Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 19, Reign of Ramesses II (about 1279-1213 BCE)

Scarab: Usermaatra Setepenra (Ramesses II), Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 19, Reign of Ramesses II (about 1279-1213 BCE)

Ramesses II. New Kingdom. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

Ramesses II. Detail of his leg. New Kingdom. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

Ramesses II. Relief depicting the Pharaoh on a chariot in the Battle of Kadesh (northern Syria). New Kingdom.Temple of Luxor. Egypt

RAMSES II remained seated for a council with his officers, during the military campaign against the Hittites. New Kingdom. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

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Usermaatra Setepenra, also known as Ramesses II, was one of ancient Egypt's most powerful pharaohs. His reign lasted for over 60 years and he is often referred to as "Ramesses the Great" due to his military conquests and impressive building projects. During his rule, Egypt experienced a period of prosperity and cultural flourishing. Ramesses II was known for his ambitious construction projects, including the famous temples at Abu Simbel and Luxor. He also expanded Egypt's borders through successful military campaigns in Syria and Nubia. Despite his military prowess, Ramesses II is perhaps best remembered for his diplomatic skills. He signed the world's first recorded peace treaty with the Hittites after a long period of conflict, solidifying Egypt's position as a major power in the ancient world. In addition to his political achievements, Ramesses II was also a prolific builder of monuments dedicated to himself and the gods. His colossal statues can still be seen today in various temples across Egypt.