3rd Dynasty Collection

Hesy-Ra
5307674 Hesy-Ra.; (add.info.: Wooden relief of Hesy-Ra an Ancient Egyptian high official during the early 3rd dynasty. Dated 2613 BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Offering Stela Fragment, 3rd Dynasty, circa 2687-2649 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Offering Stela Fragment, 3rd Dynasty, circa 2687-2649 BCE

Vessel, Egypt, Early Dynastic Period-Early Old Kingdom, Dynasty 1-3 (about 3000-2613 BCE)

Cup, Egypt, Early Dynastic Period-Old Kingdom, Dynasty 1-4 (about 3000-2498 BCE)

Unguent Vessel, Egypt, Old Kingdom-Middle Kingdom (?), Dynasty 3-12 (about 2686-1773 BCE)

Vessel, Egypt, Archaic Period / Old Kingdom, Dynasty 1-3 (3050-2630 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Vessel, Egypt, Archaic Period/Old Kingdom, Dynasty 1-3 (3050-2630 BCE)

Vessel, Egypt, Old Kingdom (?), Dynasties 3-8 (about 2686-2160 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Vessel, Egypt, Old Kingdom (?), Dynasties 3-8 (about 2686-2160 BCE)

Seated statue of Imhotep (fl. c. 2980 BC) holding an open papyrus scroll
XIR175180 Seated statue of Imhotep (fl.c.2980 BC) holding an open papyrus scroll, Late Period (bronze) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); Louvre, Paris

Figure of Imhotep (c. 2635-2595 BC) Late Period (bronze)
TFM63396 Figure of Imhotep (c.2635-2595 BC) Late Period (bronze) by Egyptian, Late Period (715-332 BC); height: 12 cm; Freud Museum, London

Saqqara - The Step Pyramid, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Saqqara - The Step Pyramid, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Saqqara - The Step Pyramid seen from the Sycomore, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Saqqara - The Step Pyramid seen from the Sycomore, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Stepped pyramid of King Djoser, Saqqara, Egypt, c1890. Artist: Newton & Co
Stepped pyramid of King Djoser, Saqqara, Egypt, c1890. Djoser (Zozer) was the second pharaoh of the 3rd dynasty of the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt

Statue of Djoser, Ancient Egyptian Pharaoh, 27th century BC. Djoser (Zoser) is the best-known pharaoh of the 3rd dynasty of Ancient Egypt. He ordered the building of the stepped pyramid at Saqqara

Step Pyramid of King Djoser behind the Niles flood plain, Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC. Artist: Imhotep
Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer) behind the Niles flood plain, Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC

Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer) in the distance, Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC. Artist: Imhotep
Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer) in the distance, Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC

Small Pyramid near Step Pyramid of Djoser, Saqqara, Egypt, c2600 BC. Artist: Imhotep
Small Pyramid near Step Pyramid of Djoser, Saqqara, Egypt, c2600 BC

Small tomb near Step Pyramid, Saqqara, Egypt, c2600 BC. Artist: Imhotep
Small tomb near Step Pyramid, Saqqara, Egypt, c2600 BC. Thie tomb is near the Step Pyramid and to the south of the old Pyramids, meanwhile the Giza Pyramids are visible in the distance on the left

Looking up from the foot of Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer), Saqqara, Egypt, c2600 BC. Artist: Imhotep
Looking up from the foot of the Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer), Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC. The pyramid was encased in white stone the remains of which can be seen lower left

Distant view of the Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer), Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC. Artist: Imhotep
Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer), Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC

View from the left of Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer), Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC. Artist: Imhotep
Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer), Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC

Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer) behind ruins of temple, Saqqara, Egypt, c2600 BC. Artist: Imhotep
Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer) behind ruins of temple, Saqqara, Egypt, c2600 BC. The pyramid rises above the palms of the Nile Valley

Step Pyramid (behind palms) of King Djoser (Zozer), Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC. Artist: Imhotep
Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer), Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC. The pyramid rises above the palms of the Nile Valley. It is believed to have been deigned by the architect Imhotep

Step Pyramid (behind palms) of King Djoser, Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC. Artist: Imhotep
Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer), Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2600 BC. The pyramid rises above the palms of the Nile Valley. It is believed to have been deigned by the architect Imhotep

Djoser, second king of the 3rd dynasty, Ancient Egyptian, c2613 BC. A Statue of Djoser (Zoser) (c2686-2613 BC) removed from the mortuary temple beside his Step Pyramid at Saqqarah

Step Pyramid of King Djoser (Zozer), Saqqara, Egypt, 3rd Dynasty, c2613 BC. Djoser (c2686-c2613 BC) was the second king of the 3rd dynasty of the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt

Statue of Djoser (Zoser), Ancient Egyptian, 27th century BC. From the Mastaba near the Step Pyramid of Djoser, Saqqara. Djoser (c2686-2613 BC) was the second king of the 3rd Dynasty of Ancient Egypt

Imhotep, Ancient Egyptian physician. Limestone relief. Imhotep is shown seated (right) together with surgical instruments (centre) and a birthing chair (left). Imhotep was something of a polymath

ZIGGURAT AT UR. Reconstruction of the Sumerian third dynasty ziggurat at Ur, c2100

ZIGGURAT OF UR-NAMMU. Projection of a reconstruction of the ziggurat of Ur-Nammu at Ur. Third Sumerian Dynasty, originally built c2100 B.C

Egypt, Memphis, Saqquara necropolis, pyramid complex of Djoser (Zoser), Entrance, colonnade UNESCO World Heritage Site

Egypt, Memphis, Saqquara necropolis, Zoser, Bedouin on camel beside step pyramids of Djoser and Userkaf UNESCO World Heritage Site

Egypt, Memphis, Saqquara necropolis, pyramid complex of Djoser (Zoser), Pyramid of Djoser UNESCO World Heritage Site

Faience panel from Djoser pyramid at Saqqara
Egyptian civilization, Old Kingdom, Dynasty III. Faience panel from Djoser pyramid at Saqqara, h.1.84 m

Egypt, Cairo, Saqqara Necropolis funerary monument to king Zoser, Step Pyramid, entrance
Egypt - Cairo - Ancient Memphis (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979). Saqqara necropolis. Funerary monument to king Djoser, Old Kingdom, Dynasty III, 3rd millennium b.C. Step Pyramid, entrance

Egypt, Bas-relief representing Pharaoh Djoser (also known as Netjerikhet, circa 2635-2610 B. C)
Egypt, Bas-relief representing Pharaoh Djoser (also known as Netjerikhet, circa 2635-2610 B.C.), third dynasty, remains of Djosers Temple at Heliopolis 27th Century B.C

Egyptian civilization, statue of Pharaoh Gioser, from Saqqara
Egyptian civilization, Old Kingdom, Dynasty III. Statue of Pharaoh Gioser (Djoser), 21st century b.C. From Saqqara

Libation table or alabaster altar, with lion heads
Egyptian civilization, Old Kingdom, Dynasty III. Libation table or alabaster altar, with lion heads

Egypt, Saqqara (Ancient Memphis), Pharaoh Djoser Pyramid
Egypt - Ancient Memphis. Saqqara necropolis (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979). Pharaoh Giosers (Djoser) Pyramid (Old Kingdom, Dynasty III)

Egypt, Ancient Memphis, Necropolis of Saqqara, funerary complex of Gioser, ruins and walls
Egypt - Ancient Memphis - Necropolis of Saqqara (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979), funerary complex of Gioser (Zoser), Old Kingdom, Dynasty III, III millennium b.C. Ruins and walls

Egyptian civilization, fresco with foxes, from Meidum
Egyptian civilization, Old Kingdom, Dynasty III. Fresco with foxes. From Meidum

Painted limestone statue of King Djoser (Zoser) from Saqqara, detail
Egyptian civilization, Old Kingdom, Dynasty III. Painted limestone statue of King Djoser (Zoser). From Saqqara. Detail

EGYPTIAN SCRIBES. Scribes squatting at their desks and assisted by their clerks, recording the collection of taxes. After a relief from the tomb of Ti at Sakkara, Egypt

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"Exploring the Magnificence of Egypt's 3rd Dynasty: A Journey through Time" Step back in time to the Early Dynastic Period-Early Old Kingdom, as we delve into the remarkable artifacts and monuments from Egypt's 3rd dynasty (about 3000-2613 BCE). Marvel at a beautifully crafted vessel, showcasing the exquisite artistry of ancient Egyptian artisans. This vessel serves as a testament to their advanced craftsmanship and provides us with insights into their daily lives. Moving further along history's timeline, we encounter a cup from the Early Dynastic Period-Old Kingdom, belonging to dynasties 1-4 (about 3000-2498 BCE). The intricate design on this cup reflects the opulence and grandeur associated with these early ruling families. As we venture deeper into Egypt's past, an unguent vessel captures our attention. Originating from the Old Kingdom-Middle Kingdom (?), specifically dynasties 3-12 (about 2686-1773 BCE), this artifact reveals how Egyptians valued beauty rituals and cosmetics during that era. Another vessel takes center stage, hailing from Archaic Period / Old Kingdom under dynasties 1-3 (3050-2630 BCE). Its unknown creator leaves us intrigued by their skillful workmanship and artistic vision. Imhotep emerges as a prominent figure during this period. A seated statue depicts him holding an open papyrus scroll—a symbol of his intellectual prowess and contributions to architecture and medicine. Pharaoh Gioser makes his presence felt through an awe-inspiring statue discovered in Saqqara. Dating back to dynasty III, it stands tall as a tribute to his reign and accomplishments. The Late Period brings forth another representation of Imhotep—this time in bronze form. His legacy endures through centuries, immortalized by skilled sculptors who sought to honor his genius. Saqqara, the site of many ancient wonders, showcases the iconic Step Pyramid.