Achille Constant Theodore Emile Collection

Column from Luxor, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Column from Luxor, Egypt, (1928). Papyrus composite column with a sand-stone bud capital...from that part of the temple at Luxor built by Amenophis III...1411-1375 B.C. After Prisse D Avennes

Ptolemaic capital, Edfu, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Ptolemaic capital, Edfu, Egypt, (1928). Spreading capital with open blossom of Nymphaea lotus from the Temple of Horus, Edfu. The edifice was begun 237 B.C

Column from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Column from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Papyrus composite column with bud capital...from the " promenoir"..in Karnak...the eastern part of the great Temple of Amun

Bouquet capital, Thebes, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Bouquet capital, Thebes, Egypt, (1928). So-called bouquet capitals (papyrus clusters, lilies, nymphaea) as depicted on wall paintings

Ptolemaic-Roman capital from Philae, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Ptolemaic-Roman capital from Philae, Egypt, (1928). Lily capital from Philae, Ptolemaic or Roman period. After Prisse d Avennes

Capital from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Capital from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Spreading papyrus cluster capital...From the middle aisle of the great columned hall of the great Temple of Amun at Karnak; bears the cartouche of Rameses

Capital from Philae, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Capital from Philae, Egypt, (1928). Palm column from Philae, probably from the time of Augustus (31 B.C. - 14 A.D.) or of Tiberius (14-37 A.D.) After Prisse d Avennes

Detail of ceiling painting in the tomb of Aichesi, Thebes, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Detail of ceiling painting in the tomb of Aichesi, Thebes, Egypt, (1928). 1120 B.C. After Prisse D Avennes. Plate XIII, fig 38

Vulture ceiling decorations, Philae, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Vulture ceiling decorations, Philae, Egypt, (1928). 370 B.C. And 3rd Century B.C. The upper condor comes from the ceiling of the portal of the Temple of Isis at Philae

Detail of ceiling painting in the tomb of Bekenranef at Sakkara, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Detail of ceiling painting in the tomb of Bekenranef at Sakkara, Egypt, (1928). End of 8th Century B.C...Bekenranef (Bocchoris) is the only sovereign of the XXIV Dynasty (718-712 B.C.)

Nizamior, regular troops of the Turkish army at Kanka, Egypt, 1848. Artist: Mouilleron
Nizamior, regular troops of the Turkish army at Kanka, Egypt, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Egyptian dancing girls performing the Ghawazi at Rosetta, Egypt, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

The Ababda, nomads of the eastern Thebaid Desert, 1848. Artist: Freeman
The Ababda, nomads of the eastern Thebaid Desert, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Kafila with a camel bearing a hodesh, 1848. Artist: Lehnert
Kafila with a camel bearing a hodesh, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

A Mahazi and a Soualeh Bedouin, 1848. Artist: Charles Bour
A Mahazi and a Soualeh Bedouin, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Abyssinian priest and warrior, 1848. Artist: Lemoine
Abyssinian priest and warrior, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

An Arab sheikh smoking, 1848. Artist: Saint Germain
An Arab sheikh smoking, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Fellah man and woman, 1848. Artist: Mouilleron
Fellah man and woman, 1848. A fellah is a peasant farmer or agricultural labourer in Egypt and the Middle East. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Fellah woman and child, 1848. Artist: Charles Bour
Fellah woman and child, 1848. A fellah is a peasant farmer or agricultural labourer in Egypt and the Middle East. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Peasant dwellings in Upper Egypt, 1848. Artist: Eugene Leroux
Peasant dwellings in Upper Egypt, 1848. From The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Arnaout and Osmanli soldiers in Alexandria, Egypt, 1848. Artist: Mouilleron
Arnaout and Osmanli soldiers in Alexandria, Egypt, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes, 1848

Abyssinian warriors, 1848. Artist: Eugene Leroux
Abyssinian warriors, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes, 1848

Fellah, c1825-1875. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
Fellah, c1825-1875. Fellah is a peasant, farmer or agricultural laborer in the Middle East. Found in the collection of the Schuster Gallery

A Boat on the Nile, Luxor, Egypt, 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
A Boat on the Nile, Luxor, Egypt, 19th century. From the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

House of Beyt El-Tcheleby, 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
House of Beyt El-Tcheleby, 19th century. Found in the collection of the La Bibliotheque nationale de France, Paris

Bedouin and Camel, 1830. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
Bedouin and Camel, 1830. Found in the collection of the The Victoria and Albert Museum, London

The Sphinx, 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
The Sphinx, 19th century. Found in the collection of the La Bibliotheque nationale de France, Paris

Khosne Ahmed el-Bordeyny, 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
Khosne Ahmed el-Bordeyny, 19th century

A Boat on the Nile, Egypt, 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
A Boat on the Nile, Egypt, 19th century. Private Collection

Veiled Egyptian Woman, mid 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
Veiled Egyptian Woman, mid 19th century. Found in the Searight Collection, Victoria and Albert Museum, London

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"Achille Constant Theodore Emile: A Journey Through Ancient Egypt's Architectural Marvels and Cultural Delights" Step back in time to Luxor, Egypt in 1928 as we explore the captivating world of Achille Constant Theodore Emile. This unknown creator takes us on a visual tour through the ancient wonders of this mystical land. In Luxor, we are greeted by a magnificent column that stands tall, whispering stories from centuries past. Moving on to Edfu, we discover the remnants of a Ptolemaic capital, showcasing the grandeur and opulence of an era long gone. Karnak beckons us with its imposing columns that seem to touch the sky. Each one tells tales of pharaohs and gods who once walked these hallowed grounds. Philae reveals its secrets through a Roman capital, reminding us of the intermingling cultures that shaped Egypt's history. Thebes enchants us with its Bouquet capital - intricate carvings depicting scenes from daily life and mythological legends. As we venture further into Thebes, we stumble upon the tomb of Aichesi adorned with breathtaking ceiling paintings; their vibrant colors transport us into another realm. Philae mesmerizes with vulture ceiling decorations - symbols of protection and divinity watching over this sacred place. And then there is Sakkara where Bekenranef's tomb unveils yet another masterpiece; every brushstroke revealing stories untold. But our journey doesn't end here; it extends beyond architecture and artistry. We encounter Nizamior, regular troops of the Turkish army at Kanka in 1848 - a glimpse into Egypt's rich military history. And let's not forget about Rosetta where Egyptian dancing girls perform Ghawazi dances; their graceful movements echoing traditions passed down through generations. Achille Constant Theodore Emile has gifted us with glimpses into an ancient civilization that continues to captivate and inspire.