Sais Collection

Sais courant or carriage footman, Egypt
19th century vintage photograph: Sais courant or carriage footman, Egypt

Sais courant or carriage footmen, Egypt. Vintage 19th century photograph

Horse drawn carriage, footmen Cairo, Egypt, Zangaki studio
Vintage 19th century photograph: Horse drawn carriage with sais courant or footmen running in front, Cairo, Egypt, Zangaki studio

Three Maidens from Sais at London Hippodrome
Three Maidens from Sais, a new dance act in which the dancers formed silhouette tableaux, performing at the London Hippodrome in 1910. Date: 1910

Egypt (engraving)
1060981 Egypt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egypt. Illustration for The Graphic, 24 July 1882.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection

Ruins at Sais, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Ruins at Sais, 1890. Sais or Sa El Hagar was an ancient Egyptian town in the Western Nile Delta and seat of power during the 24th Dynasty of Egypt (c732-720 BC)

The Rosetta Stone. Fragment of a black granite stele with an inscription in different languages A?a?A?a?of a decree of Ptolemy V Epiphanes king. Ptolemaic era. 196 BC

Amasis II (570-526 BC). Pharaoh of Egypt. Head of an statue. Dynasty 26. C.550 BC. From Sais. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

The Rosetta Stone. Hieroglyphic scripture
The Rosetta Stone. Fragment of a black granite stele with an inscription in different languages A?a?A?a?of a decree of Ptolemy V Epiphanes king. Hieroglyphic scripture. Detail. Ptolemaic era. 196 BC

The Rosetta Stone. Demotic scripture
The Rosetta Stone. Fragment of a black granite stele with an inscription in different languages A?a?A?a?of a decree of Ptolemy V Epiphanes king. Ptolemaic era. 196 BC. Detail. Demotic scripture

Sais courant, or carriage footmen, Egypt, circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s

The Rosetta Stone. Greek scripture
The Rosetta Stone. Fragment of a black granite stele with an inscription in different languages A?a?A?a?of a decree of Ptolemy V Epiphanes king. Greek scripture. Detail. Ptolemaic era. 196 BC

The Rosetta Stone. Hieroglyphical and demotic scripture
The Rosetta Stone. Fragment of a black granite stele with an inscription in different languages A?a?A?a?of a decree of Ptolemy V Epiphanes. Ptolemaic era. 196 BC

The Rosetta Stone. Hieroglyphical scripture
The Rosetta Stone. Fragment of a black granite stele with an inscription in different languages A?a?A?a?of a decree of Ptolemy V Epiphanes king. Ptolemaic era. 196 BC. Detail

The Rosetta Stone. Demotic and Greek scripture
The Rosetta Stone. Fragment of a black granite stele with an inscription in different languages A?a?A?a?of a decree of Ptolemy V Epiphanes king. Ptolemaic era. 196 BC. Demotic and Greek scripture

Sais Courant footmen, Egypt
Two footmen of a horse-drawn carriage known as a Sais Courant, Egypt. Date: circa 1870

Horse-drawn carriage, Egypt
Horse-drawn carriage known as a Sais Courant, with attendants, Egypt. Date: circa 1870

Marin Sais - Movie star of the silent film era
Marin Sais (1890-1971) - Movie star of the silent film era - starred as The Girl Detective in The Closed Door for Kalem in 1915

Source Size = 2342 x 3938
SAIS. Egypt, engraving 1879

Source Size = 2342 x 3938
SAIS. Egypt, engraving 1879

Bernhardt / Sais Tout 1905
SARAH BERNHARDT French actress flying over Paris in a balloon, piloted by Godard Date: 1845 - 1923

Footman from Sais, Egypt
A Footman from Sais, Egypt (on the Western Nile), wearing a fine patterned waistcoat / jerkin and holding a long thin stick

Two Egyptian Footmen
A hand-tinted card depicting two footmen from Sais, Egypt (on the Western Nile), wearing white tunics, patterned waistcoat and sashes and holding long sticks

T Roosevelt / Sais Tout 06
THEODORE ROOSEVELT 26th American President: a satirical view

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"Sais: Unraveling Ancient Egypt's Enigmatic Past" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Sais, an ancient Egyptian city that holds the key to unlocking a rich tapestry of history. At its heart lies the enigmatic Rosetta Stone, a monumental artifact that forever changed our understanding of hieroglyphic scripture. Dating back to the reign of Amasis II (570-526 BC), this stone became a gateway into deciphering ancient Egyptian writing systems. Inscribed with three different scripts - Hieroglyphic, Demotic, and Greek - it provided scholars with invaluable clues about their meanings. Picture yourself strolling through the bustling streets as horse-drawn carriages pass by, accompanied by elegant footmen dressed in traditional attire. The Zangaki studio beautifully captured this scene, immortalizing Cairo's vibrant atmosphere during that era. But Sais is not just about grandeur; it also boasts tales of mythical allure. The London Hippodrome once showcased "Three Maidens from Sais, " transporting audiences into an enchanting realm where legends came alive on stage. Venturing beyond the city limits reveals intriguing ruins shrouded in mystery. A photograph from 1890 showcases these remnants left behind by unknown creators—a testament to Sais' enduring legacy even after centuries have passed. As you delve deeper into its story, you'll find yourself captivated by every facet of Sais' past—the intricate details etched onto the Rosetta Stone's Greek scripture and its significance within historical context. This remarkable artifact continues to inspire awe and fascination among those who seek to unravel Egypt's secrets. Sais beckons explorers from all corners of the globe—its allure transcending time itself. Prepare for an extraordinary journey through ancient civilizations as you uncover hidden treasures amidst crumbling ruins and decipher cryptic inscriptions etched upon stones like whispers from long-gone eras.