Bulaq Collection

Portico of the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, Bulaq, Cairo, Egypt (litho)
5997003 Portico of the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, Bulaq, Cairo, Egypt (litho) by Gentz, Karl Wilhelm (1822-1890); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portico of the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities)

Interior of the Egyptian Temple at the Universal Exhibition at the Champ-de-Mars in Paris
JHG215588 Interior of the Egyptian Temple at the Universal Exhibition at the Champ-de-Mars in Paris, 1867 (engraving) by Lancelot, Dieudonne Auguste (1822-94); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Harbour of Boulak, Cairo (engraving)
1626316 The Harbour of Boulak, Cairo (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Harbour of Boulak, Cairo)

Sketches in Cairo, Swing Bridge over the Ismailiyeh Canal at Boulak (engraving)
1624188 Sketches in Cairo, Swing Bridge over the Ismailiyeh Canal at Boulak (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Cairo)

View of the Boulaq Museum, from Album du Musee de Boulaq
BLT239712 View of the Boulaq Museum, from Album du Musee de Boulaq by Auguste Mariette Bey (1821-81) pub. by Moures et Cie, Cairo, 1872 (b/w photo) by French Photographer

Quays on the River Nile at Bulaq, Cairo, Egypt (litho)
5997023 Quays on the River Nile at Bulaq, Cairo, Egypt (litho) by Gentz, Karl Wilhelm (1822-1890); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quays on the River Nile at Bulaq, Cairo, Egypt)

A Fruit-Stall at Bulak, c1905, (1912). Artist: Walter Frederick Roofe Tyndale
A Fruit-Stall at Bulak, c1905, (1912). From An Artist in Egypt by Walter Tyndale, R.I. [Hodder & Stoughton, London, New York, Toronto, 1912]

Bulak from Ghezireh, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly
Bulak from Ghezireh, c1880, (1904). From Egypt, by R. Talbot Kelly. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1904]

A Street in Bulak, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly
A Street in Bulak, c1880, (1904). From Egypt, by R. Talbot Kelly. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Nile by Bulaq, Egypt, 1868. Artist: Henry Pilleau
The Nile by Bulaq, Egypt, 1868. Found in the collection of the The Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Port In The Boulaq District Of Cairo, Egypt In The 19Th Century. From El Mundo Ilustrado, Published Barcelona, 1880

Bulaq, Egypt - Old Houses with Jumbas
Bulaq (Boulaq, Boulaque, Boulac), now a district of Cairo, Egypt. A street scne with wonderful multi-level houses with jumbas. Date: circa 1905

EGYPT: CAIRO. A street in the Bulaq section of Cairo, Egypt. Photograph, mid or late 19th century

The River Nile at Boulaque

Egypt - Boulaq, Cairo - Market
The market at Boulaq (also spelled Bulaq) - a district of Cairo, Egypt. It neighbours Downtown Cairo, Azbakeya, and the River Nile

Mariettes Museum
A selection of mummified remains in Mariettes Museum, Bulaq (museum founded 1863)

Travellers in Egypt
Travellers on the overland route to India, transferring from ship to carriage at Bulaq, Cairo

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"Bulaq: A Glimpse into the Rich Heritage of Cairo, Egypt" Step into the enchanting world of Bulaq, a district in Cairo that holds within its boundaries a treasure trove of historical and cultural wonders. From the grand Portico of the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities to the captivating interior of the Egyptian Temple at the Universal Exhibition in Paris, Bulaq beckons you to embark on an unforgettable journey through time. Immerse yourself in the vibrant scenes captured by artists and engravers who sought to immortalize this remarkable place. Witness The Harbour of Boulak come alive through an exquisite engraving, showcasing bustling activity along its shores. Marvel at sketches depicting Swing Bridge over the Ismailiyeh Canal at Boulak, where daily life unfolds against a backdrop steeped in tradition. The Boulaq Museum stands as a testament to Egypt's rich heritage, offering visitors an opportunity to delve deeper into its storied past. As you gaze upon it from afar, captured beautifully in Album du Musee de Boulaq, let your imagination soar as you envision all that lies within those hallowed walls. Quays on the River Nile at Bulaq invite you to witness firsthand how this majestic river weaves itself seamlessly into everyday life. Lithographs transport us back to 1851-52 when Carrefour (Mosquee, Cafe) thrived with activity - a true reflection of community spirit and unity. Cairo's charm is further exemplified by images capturing streets lined with ancient mosques such as Aboul-Ela Mosque and vibrant market stalls like A Fruit-Stall at Bulak. These snapshots freeze moments in time while allowing us glimpses into both ordinary routines and extraordinary beauty. Finally, let your eyes wander towards The Nile by Bulaq - a mesmerizing painting by Henry Pilleau that encapsulates serenity amidst nature's bounty.