Hieroglyphs Collection (page 19)

Egypt, Ancient Thebes, Dayr al-Madinah (Deir el-Medina), tomb of Anherkha
Egypt - Ancient Thebes (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979). New Kingdom village of state labourers at Dayr al-Madinah (Deir el-Medina). Tomb of Anherkha, 20th Dynasty

Funerary terracotta cones used as tomb decorations, with the name of the tomb owner inscribed
Egyptian civilization - Funerary terracotta cones used as tomb decorations, with the name of the tomb owner inscribed

Treasure of Tanis, gold and silver fish plate belonged to Psusennes I (chief of the archers)
Egyptian civilization, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty XXI-XXII. Treasure of Tanis. Gold and silver fish plate belonged to Psusennes I (chief of the archers), known as Undebaunded patera

Piramidion of Huy made from granite
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XVIII. Piramidion of Huy made from granite

Vizier Nespakashuti seated in position of scribe, from Karnak
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, Dynasty XXVI. Vizier Nespakashuti seated in the position of a scribe. From Karnak

Fragment of wall painting depicting transport of ointments, from the tomb of Metchetchi at Saqqara
Egyptian civilization, Old Kingdom, Dynasty V. Fragment of wall painting depicting transport of ointments, from the tomb of Metchetchi at Saqqara

Book of the Dead on papyrus, the priest Iahmes ploughing and harvesting in the Afterlife
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, 7th-1st century b.C. Book of the Dead on papyrus: the priest Iahmes ploughing and harvesting in the Afterlife

Book of the Dead of priest Hornedjitef, agricultural work in Afterlife
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, 1st century b.C. Book of the Dead of priest Hornedjitef: agricultural work in the Afterlife

Egyptian civilization, statue of Pharaoh Ramses III, from Mit Rahina, detail
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XX. Statue of Pharaoh Ramses III. From Mit Rahina. Detail

Limestone stele of Antef II, from Thebes, Egypt
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XI. Limestone stele of Antef II, from Thebes

Egypt, Luxor, Ancient Thebes, Valley of Queens, Khaemuasets tomb, painted relief depicting naked youth
Egypt - Luxor - Ancient Thebes (UNESCO, World Heritage List, 1979) - Valley of the Queens, Khaemuasets tomb. New Kingdom, Dynasty XX

Cuneiform clay tablets
3 Cuneiform clay tablets with economic text circa 2000 BCE

pictographic clay tablets
3 pictographic clay tablets with administrative text Uruk Period circa 3000 BCE (private collection)

Clay brick with Cuneiform inscription
Fragmentary clay brick with Cuneiform inscription. 2nd Millennium BCE

Clay nails C016 / 4535
Clay nails inscribed with cuneiform script. Clay nails were inscribed with dedicatory text and and embedded into the wall of a building

Tomb of Tuthmosis III. EGYPT. Dayr al-Bahri. Valley of the Kings. Tomb of Tuthmosis III. Hieroglyphs. Egyptian art. New Kingdom. Painting

Egyptian Art. Flaminio Obelisk. Egyptian obelisk of Ramesses II from Heliopolis. Brought to Rome by Augustus, and erected on the spina of the Circus Maximus

Egypt. Hieroglyphic writing. Obelisk of Ramesses II (1300-1213, reign 1279-1213 BC). Detail. Temple of Luxor. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Ancient Thebes Waset

Obelisk at Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt Date: circa 1910s

Reliefs on column, Outer Hypostyle Hall, Temple of Kom Ombo, Kom Ombo, Egypt, january

Reliefs on pillar, The Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Pharaoh Ramesses II), West Bank, Luxor, Egypt, january

Ancient Egyptians ploughing. Illustration of ancient Egyptians using oxen to plough a field. Artwork from a French archaeological survey based in Cairo

Funerary monument in an Egyptian style with hieroglyphs. The purpose of funerary text in ancient Egypt was usually to provide guidance to the newly deceased or the soon-to-be-deceased about how to

Ancient Egyptian Obelisk in Rome
Egyptian obelisk in Rome. This obelisk, called the obelisco Flaminio, stands in the centre of the Piazza del Popolo in Rome, Italy

Ancient Egyptian Scribes
Relief showing four scribes writing on tablets. They have a calamus in the right hand which they are using to write on the palettes held in the left hand

Funerary stela
Funerary Stela showing vizir Thutmose sitting in front of his son Ptahmose. The stela is in the shape of a monumental door and dates from the 18th dynasty. National Archaelogical Museum, Florenc

Ancient Egyptian script signs for man, illustration. Seen here are Hieroglyphic, Hieratic and Demotic signs for man. Hieroglyphic script is the oldest form of writing, dating back to circa 3, 400BC

Begging map, 1869
Begging map. Cadgers map of a begging district from John Camden Hottens Slang Dictionary, published in 1869. The hieroglyphs indicate the likely response a beggar would receive at any given property

Abu Simbel, Temple of Nefertaril, Egypt
Abu Simbel, entrance, Temple of Nefertaril, full-length close-up of figures. Photograph by Lionel Coates

Kom-ombo, Egypt - Wall carving
Kom-ombo, wall carving, strongly highlighted by suns direction and consequent shadow formation. Photograph by Lionel Coates

Abu Simbel, entrance to tomb of Rameses II. Photograph by Lionel Coates

Valley of the Kings, Tomb of Seti I, wall painting. Photograph by Lionel Coates

Valley of the Kings, tomb of Rameses VI, 1186 - 1085 BC, wall painting, the immortal spirit in Everyman, with arms raised. Photograph by Lionel Coates

Egyptian Writing
Egyptian hieroglyphs developed the scope of visual symbols to an extraordinary degree, graphic as well as decorative

Egyptian Mummies
Two mummies, one exposed in its coffin, and the other enclosed in its coffin : also some hieroglyphs, ancient script and other antiquities

Detail from the texts, Tomb of Rekhmire, West Bank, Thebes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Detail, Valley of the Kings, Thebes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

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Hieroglyphs, the ancient Egyptian form of writing, have captivated scholars and enthusiasts for centuries. These intricate symbols tell stories of a civilization that thrived along the Nile River in Africa. One notable example is the Papyrus of Ani, also known as the Book of the Dead. This beautifully illustrated scroll depicts scenes from the afterlife and provides insights into ancient Egyptian beliefs about death and judgment. Egyptian art showcases hieroglyphs in various forms, such as reliefs. One relief shows Akhenaten, Nefertiti, and their three daughters. It offers a glimpse into royal family life during the Amarna period. Another bas-relief features Sekhmet, an important goddess associated with war and healing. Located in the Temple of Seti I at Abydos, this artwork highlights Egypt's rich religious traditions. Pharaoh Amenhotep I is depicted in hieroglyphs on numerous artifacts. His reign marked a time of political stability and cultural development in ancient Egypt. The Rosetta Stone remains one of history's most significant discoveries related to hieroglyphic decipherment. This stone slab contains inscriptions in three scripts: Greek, demotic (a simplified script), and hieroglyphs. Its translation by Jean-François Champollion unlocked a wealth of knowledge about ancient Egypt. The Eye of Horus symbolizes protection and good health; it appears on many objects throughout Egyptian history. The false door belonging to Senenmut showcases this powerful symbol alongside other hieroglyphic texts representing offerings for his eternal journey. The Temple of Philae stands proudly on an island in Lake Nasser near Aswan—a testament to ancient Egyptians' architectural prowess adorned with intricate hieroglyphic carvings depicting gods and pharaohs alike. Bas-reliefs dedicated to Pharaoh Seti I can be found at his temple complex at Abydos—an impressive display showcasing his divine connection and achievements.