Heiroglyphics Collection

The interior of the Temple Court - Edfu
The interior courtyard of the Edfu Temple, located on the west bank of the Nile in Edfu, Upper Egypt. Date: circa 1906

Egypt - Kom Omeo
3787403 Egypt - Kom Omeo by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Egypt - : Hall of columns in Kom Omeo. Photo from 1923 book First published in 1923 by Unwin Brothers, Limited)

Egypt- temple of Kom Ombo
3787406 Egypt- temple of Kom Ombo by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Egypt- temple of Kom Ombo. Caption reads: Main entrance to the temple of Kom Ombo)

Columns in the Temple of Hathor, c. 1904-05 (b / w photo)
JHL358851 Columns in the Temple of Hathor, c.1904-05 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Spinning Thread and Weaving, from a Rare Record of Frescoes from Thebes
STC255371 Spinning Thread and Weaving, from a Rare Record of Frescoes from Thebes, recorded 1819-1822 on his second visit to Egypt by Frederic Cailliaud (1787-1869), colour litho by Cailliaud

Medinet-Abou (Thebes), c. 1853-54 (calotype photo mounted on card)
990451 Medinet-Abou (ThAbes), c.1853-54 (calotype photo mounted on card) by Teynard, Felix (1817-92); 31.1x25.4 (approx) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Medinet-Abou (ThAbes)

The Propylon of Ptolemy and the Avenue of Sphinxes (b / w photo)
JHL358842 The Propylon of Ptolemy and the Avenue of Sphinxes (b/w photo) by English Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: Entrance to the Temple of Khonsu; Gateway of Ptolemy III; ); English

Temple of van Medinet, Thebes, 1874
STC255399 Temple of van Medinet, Thebes, 1874 by Werner, Carl Friedrich Heinrich (1808-94); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright

Tomb Of Ramesses VI
Heiroglyphic inscriptions around the stairs to the doorway of the tomb of Pharaohs Ramesses V and Ramesses VI, in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, circa 1950

Luxor Temple Complex, Egypt - Statue of Pharoah Rameses II Date: circa 1930s

First British Museum Mummy and coffin
Hand coloured engraving by George Vertue 1724 for the London Society of Antiquaries. It shows the mummified body in cartonage and hieroglyphic script on a Sarcophagus owned by William Lethieullier

1724 First British Museum sarcophagus
Hand coloured engraving by George Vertue 1724 for the London Society of Antiquaries. It shows the hieroglyphic script on a Sarcophagus owned by William Lethieullier

Obelisk at Alexandria
One of two obelisks from Alexandria, which were removed and shipped to London and New York as the eroneously monikered Cleopatras Needles

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"Heiroglyphics: Unlocking the Ancient Secrets of Egypt" Step into the mystical world of ancient Egypt through the mesmerizing art of heiroglyphics. These intricate symbols, depicted in various forms such as frescoes and lithographs, offer a glimpse into the rich history and culture of this enigmatic civilization. From the captivating scenes found in "Brick-Making" to "Veterinary Work" and "Potters at Work, " these rare records from Thebes, meticulously recorded by Frederic Cailliaud during his second visit to Egypt, transport us back in time. Each stroke on these vibrant lithos tells a story of daily life and craftsmanship that thrived thousands of years ago. As we explore further, we find ourselves immersed within the sacred walls of temples like Edfu and Kom Ombo. The grandeur captured within photographs like "The interior of the Temple Court - Edfu" or "Egypt - Kom Omeo" leaves us awe-inspired by their architectural magnificence. Columns adorned with intricate carvings in Hathor's Temple take us deeper into Egyptian mythology while black-and-white photos capture Medinet-Abou's timeless beauty. We witness spinning thread and weaving techniques passed down through generations as seen in frescoes from Thebes. But it is not just everyday life that is revealed; funerary rites depicted on these precious frescoes remind us that death was an integral part of Egyptian beliefs. Through rituals portrayed with reverence, we gain insight into their spiritual practices surrounding mortality. Finally, standing before Ptolemy's Propylon alongside an Avenue of Sphinxes or gazing upon columns reaching for eternity evokes a sense of wonderment at humanity's ability to create enduring legacies. Heiroglyphics serve as windows connecting our present to an extraordinary past—a testament to human ingenuity and creativity that continues to captivate hearts worldwide.