Alexandria Collection (page 3)

The Egyptian catacombs in Alexandria 1, and room with wall paintings under the pyramid of Giza 2
FLO4576475 The Egyptian catacombs in Alexandria 1, and room with wall paintings under the pyramid of Giza 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder"

Sir John Tenniel cartoon: Silent! (engraving)
8657354 Sir John Tenniel cartoon: Silent! (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Silent)

Interior of Christ Church at Alexandria, Virginia, showing Washington's Pew (b/w photo)
8652899 Interior of Christ Church at Alexandria, Virginia, showing Washington's Pew (b/w photo) by American Photographer

The ruins of the Basilica of Arcadius, built 395-408, in Abu Mina Monastery, near Alexandria, Egypt (photo)
AIS5361007 The ruins of the Basilica of Arcadius, built 395-408, in Abu Mina Monastery, near Alexandria, Egypt (photo); (add.info.: The ruins of the Basilica of Arcadius, edified from 395 to 408)

Ancient civilization: Teaching and knowledge. Scholae. Student in the great library of Alexandria in Egypt around
NWI4855822 Ancient civilization: Teaching and knowledge. Scholae. Student in the great library of Alexandria in Egypt around 300-200 BC

Roman coin struck in Alexandria during the reign of the Roman emperor Commodus (161-192), 2nd century (coin)
AIS5362292 Roman coin struck in Alexandria during the reign of the Roman emperor Commodus (161-192), 2nd century (coin); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

United States, State of South Carolina: Port of Charleston, South Carolina
NWI4967352 United States, State of South Carolina: Port of Charleston, South Carolina, during the United States of America Independence War, 1780

View of Egypt: Harem of Mehemet-Ali in Alexandria. Etching by WEBER, 19th century after the Daguerrian photographic
JEB4834054 View of Egypt: Harem of Mehemet-Ali in Alexandria. Etching by WEBER, 19th century after the Daguerrian photographic excursions

Egypt, Alexandria: The port, passenger boat at wharf. Egyptians borrow a passenger boat, 1900
LUX4763831 Egypt, Alexandria: The port, passenger boat at wharf. Egyptians borrow a passenger boat, 1900; (add.info.: Egypt, Alexandria: The port, passenger boat at wharf)

The great Pharos (lighthouse) built in 280 BC on the island of Pharos in the bay of Alexandria, Egypt
533327 The great Pharos (lighthouse) built in 280 BC on the island of Pharos in the bay of Alexandria, Egypt. 18th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Representation of one of the Seven Wonders of Antiquity: The Lighthouse of Alexandria (on the island of Pharos)
ELD4843556 Representation of one of the Seven Wonders of Antiquity: The Lighthouse of Alexandria (on the island of Pharos) in Alexandria, Egypt

The Greek geometre and astronomer Apollonios de Perga (or Apollonius de Perge) (262-190 BC)
ELD4861104 The Greek geometre and astronomer Apollonios de Perga (or Apollonius de Perge) (262-190 BC) in the museum of Alexandria

Egyptian Antiquiity: " The King of Egypt Ptolemee I Soter (368-283 BC)
ELD4861183 Egyptian Antiquiity: " The King of Egypt Ptolemee I Soter (368-283 BC) supervising the construction work of the library of Alexandria within the Museum (museum)

Representation of Claude Ptolemee (90-168), 1866 (engraving)
ELD4861153 Representation of Claude Ptolemee (90-168), 1866 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Representation of Claude Ptolemee (90-168)

Small Parian Head, Late 3rd century BCE. Creator: Unknown
Small Parian Head, Late 3rd century BCE

Head of a Youth, 1st-2nd century CE. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Youth, 1st-2nd century CE

Head of a Youth, 1st-2nd century CE. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Youth, 1st-2nd century CE

Head of a Woman, 1st-2nd century CE. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Woman, 1st-2nd century CE

Head of a Woman, 1st-2nd century CE. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Woman, 1st-2nd century CE

Head of a Woman, 1st-2nd century CE. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Woman, 1st-2nd century CE

Saint Catherine of Alexandria, 1500-1530. Creator: Francesco Zaganelli
Saint Catherine of Alexandria, 1500-1530

The Death of Cleopatra, 1813. Creator: Julie Lutken
The Death of Cleopatra. Laterally reversed copy after Caspar Netscher in the Staatliche Kunsthalle in Karlsruhe, 1813

'Le President de la Republique en Russie; M Poincare et l'Empereur debarquent, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Le President de la Republique en Russie; M Poincare et l'Empereur debarquent a Peterhof'. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Le President de la Republique en Russie; Le yacht Alexandria, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Le President de la Republique en Russie; Le yacht Alexandria, amenant de Cronstadt le Tsar et le President, accoste au debarcadere imperial de Peterhof

Mustapha Pasha Barracks - Alexandria, Egypt Date: circa 1910

Hereford World Map, c. 1280, 1944. Creator: Richard de Bello
Hereford World Map, c.1280, (1944). Detail showing the Mediterranean coast and the Nile Delta in northern Egypt. The lighthouse at Alexandria, complete with flames

Reconstruction of a clepsydra (water clock), invented by Ctesibius of Alexandria, c270 BC (1857). Ctesibius (fl270 BC) was an inventor

ALEXANDRIE, Egypt 1865
JAB4120087 ALEXANDRIE, Egypt 1865 by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54) (after); (add.info.: ALEXANDRIE, Egypt 1865); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Louis XII - portrait
3794130 Louis XII - portrait; (add.info.: Louis XII - portrait of the French king on horseback leaving the city of Alexandria to conquer Genoa, 24 April 1507. Louis XII the Father of the People)

Saint Catherine with doctors of Alexandria
3782221 Saint Catherine with doctors of Alexandria; (add.info.: Saint Catherine surrounded by the doctors of Alexandria. St Catherine was born a pagan)

Mahmoudia Canal, Alexandria, Egypt
Vintage 19th century photograph: Mahmoudia Canal, Alexandria, Egypt

Cherif Pacha Street, Alexandria, Egypt
circa 1920s

Map illustrating the Campaigns in Egypt from February, 1915, to May, 1916, . Creator: Unknown
Map illustrating the Campaigns in Egypt from February, 1915, to May, 1916, (c1920). Alexandria and the Nile delta, Cairo, Port Said, the Suez Canal and the Sinai Peninsula during the First World War

The Insurrection under Arabi Pasha, 1882: The Bluejackets clearing the streets of Alexandria, (1901). Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War

The Rebellion of Arabi Pasha in Egypt, 1882: The Bombardment of Alexandria... (1901)
The Rebellion of Arabi Pasha in Egypt, 1882: The Bombardment of Alexandria by the British Fleet, (1901). Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War

The Lighthouse of Alexandria in the port of the city, German engraving from 1886, is one of the seven wonders of the world

St Elizabeth of Hungary, St Catherine of Alexandria and St Rosalie of Padua, 1470-1500. Artist: Master of Saint Gudule
St Elizabeth of Hungary, St Catherine of Alexandria and St Rosalie of Padua, 1470-1500. Left to right: St Elizabeth of Hungary (1207-1231); St Catherine of Alexandria (d307)

Citadel of Qaitbay, Alexandria, Egypt

Tower of light
Ahmed Kassem

Egypt Alexandria Cleopatra's Needle Victorian period

Cleopatras Needle, Alexandria, Egypt

Pompeys Pillar, Alexandria, Egypt

Egypt Alexandria Pompey's Pillar Victorian period

Grand Square, Alexandria, Egypt

The Grand Square, Alexandria, Egypt, Victorian period

Bonhill Bridge, Alexandria, early 1900s

Alexandria Bonhill Bridge early 1900s

Aphrodite Sur La Jetee D'Alexandrie
This sketch depicts the Greek goddess of love and beauty, Aphrodite, standing on the pier of Alexandria, with a number of other devoted figures. Date: circa 1901

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Alexandria: A Tapestry of History, Culture, and Resilience" Step into the rich tapestry - a city that has witnessed both triumphs and tragedies throughout its storied past. From the haunting image of "The Burning of the Library of Alexandria" in 1876 to the grandeur of the iconic Alexandria Library, this city holds secrets within its ancient walls. As you navigate through time with a lithograph map from 1897, envision yourself amidst The Royal Family of Great Britain in their regal splendor during that same era. And let us not forget how World War II left its mark on this resilient city as NaFI presents an ENSA Production at Alexandria, Egypt. Delve deeper into history as you explore "A New Map of the Roman Empire, " tracing back to when Alexandria was a thriving hub within one of history's greatest civilizations. Marvel at Victoria College's majestic Quadrangle and feel inspired by knowledge seekers who once walked these hallowed halls. Venturing beyond borders, we find ourselves transported to Laconia – a place where echoes from ancient Greece resonate through time. Meanwhile, across continents lies Washington DC during the Civil War; yet even here, we can draw parallels between two cities steeped in historical significance. But it is within Egypt's embrace that true essence lies – behold the bustling corniche where traffic builds up along its shores. Feel alive amidst vibrant streets teeming with life and culture while cherishing every moment spent exploring this captivating metropolis. Alexandria beckons us to unravel its mysteries; it invites us to immerse ourselves in tales woven by countless generations before us. So come forth and discover for yourself why this enchanting city continues to captivate hearts around the world – forever preserving its legacy as an eternal beacon shining brightly through time.