Damietta Collection

Siege of Damietta, Nile Delta. Important commercial centre for Arab textile trade. 18th century (engraving)
533219 Siege of Damietta, Nile Delta. Important commercial centre for Arab textile trade. 18th century (engraving); (add.info.: Briefly in Crusader hands 1219-21, 1249-50 (6th and 7th crusades)

Damietta (colour litho)
6023285 Damietta (colour litho) by Du Cane, Ella (1874-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Damietta. Illustration for The Banks of the Nile painted by Ella du Cane, text by John A Todd (A&C Black)

Arrival of Louis IX of France before Damietta, 8th Crusade, 1249 (chromolitho)
2817163 Arrival of Louis IX of France before Damietta, 8th Crusade, 1249 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrival of Louis IX of France before Damietta)

Window depicting the Crusaders taking Damietta (stained glass)
1278084 Window depicting the Crusaders taking Damietta (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Sainte-Chapelle, Champigny-sur-Veude, France; (add.info.: Champigny-sur-Veude)

Damietta (engraving)
3654894 Damietta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Damietta. Illustration for The Illustrated Universal Gazetteer edited by William Francis Ainsworth)

Window depicting the Crusaders arriving at Damietta in 1249 and taking the town
1278088 Window depicting the Crusaders arriving at Damietta in 1249 and taking the town (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Sainte-Chapelle, Champigny-sur-Veude

St Louis landing at Damietta (coloured engraving)
2813463 St Louis landing at Damietta (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Louis landing at Damietta)

The Cholera in Egypt, Its Source and Cause (engraving)
1107076 The Cholera in Egypt, Its Source and Cause (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cholera in Egypt, Its Source and Cause)

William I, Count of Holland, 1167-1222, during the seige of the Egyptian city of Damietta
5892370 William I, Count of Holland, 1167-1222, during the seige of the Egyptian city of Damietta, during the Fifth Crusade

A Trip along the Coast of Egypt on Coastguard Duty (engraving)
1044934 A Trip along the Coast of Egypt on Coastguard Duty (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Trip along the Coast of Egypt on Coastguard Duty)

St Louis at Damietta (chromolitho)
961277 St Louis at Damietta (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Louis at Damietta)

Louis IX of France leading the attack on Damietta, Egypt, 7th Crusade, 1249 (engraving)
969152 Louis IX of France leading the attack on Damietta, Egypt, 7th Crusade, 1249 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Louis IX. Landing In Egypt, (1249), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Louis IX. Landing In Egypt, (1249), 1890. Louis IX of France landed in 1249 at Damietta on the Nile during the Seventh Crusade 1248-1254, wher he was to be defeated by an Egyptian army

Saint Louis, King of France Receiving Robert Patriarch of Jerusalem in Damietta in 1249. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

HMS Iris, with the Gunboats Beacon and Decoy, Blockading Damietta, c1882
HMS Iris, with the Gunboats Beacon and Decoy, Blockading Damietta, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

A Pastoral near Damietta, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly
A Pastoral near Damietta, c1880, (1904). From Egypt, by R. Talbot Kelly. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1904]

Sheykhs Tomb at Damietta, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly
Sheykhs Tomb at Damietta, c1880, (1904). From Egypt, by R. Talbot Kelly. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1904]

Siege of Damietta, Egypt, 13th century (18th century). Strategically situated on the Nile Delta, Damietta was an important commercial centre for the Arab textile trade

Seventh Crusade (1248-1254). Conquest of Damietta (June 7, 1249). Saint Louis (1214-1270) conquest the city and returned him to the Muslims. Engraving in The Religious Revolution, 1880. Colored

History of Crusades. Seventh Crusade. Siege of Damietta (June 7, 1249) by Louis IX of France (1226-1270). The city was taken with little resistance from the Egyptians. Miniature.15th century

William I, Count of Holland, 1167-1222, during the seige of the Egyptian city of Damietta, during the Fifth Crusade. After a 19th century print

King Louis Ix Before Damietta During His First Crusade In 1249

Crusaders sailing for the Holy Land
Crusaders setting sail for Jerusalem from Damietta in northern Egypt, 1200s. Hand-colored 19th-century engraving of an earlier illustration

Damietta in Egypt, located in the Nile Delta. Was known to be the Venice of Egypt. Date: 1913

CRUSADERS IN EGYPT. Disembarkation of crusaders at Damietta, Egypt, in 1221 or 1249. Woodcut from Grand Voyage de Hierusalem, Paris, 1522

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THE WAR IN EGYPT: H.M.S. " IRIS" WITH THE GUNBOATS " BEACON" AND " DECOY" BLOCKADING DAMIETTA

Siege of Damietta, Nile Delta. Important commercial centre for Arab textile trade. Briefly in Crusader hands 1219-21, 1249-50 (6th and 7th crusades)

Louis IX (1215-1270) King of France from 1226, known as St Louis. Louis and crusaders after defeat at Mansourah during the Sixth Crusade (1248-1254) retreat towards Damietta (Nile Delta)

Saint Louis (Louis IX of France) on his first (the Sixth) crusade disembarking of Damietta (Nile Delta) which he captured in 1249. Saracen army at top right

5th Crusade (1217-1221). Conquest of Damietta in 1219. Picture of the 15th c. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris. Biblioth豵 e de l Arsenal (Library of the Arsenal)

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"Damietta: A Historic City of Conquests and Crusades" Step back in time to the Seventh Crusade (1248-1254) and witness the captivating tale of Damietta. This ancient city, located on the banks of the Nile Delta, has witnessed countless conquests and battles throughout history. One significant event that unfolded within its walls was the Conquest on June 7th. The clash between crusaders and defenders shaped the course of history, leaving an indelible mark on this resilient city. The Siege during the Seventh Crusade stands as a testament to human determination and resilience. As depicted in various artworks such as "Sketch for Saint-Sulpice Church: Saint Louis buries the plague, " "Arrival of Louis IX before Damietta, " or even stained glass windows illustrating "Crusaders taking Damietta, " these visual representations transport us back to those turbulent times. Not only did Damietta bear witness to military campaigns but also experienced devastating epidemics like cholera, as portrayed in engravings like "The Cholera in Egypt, Its Source and Cause. " These historical records remind us that amidst wars fought by kings and knights, ordinary people faced unimaginable challenges. Even renowned figures like William I, Count of Holland (1167-1222), participated in sieges against this Egyptian city. His presence during these tumultuous times showcases how far-reaching events at they were across Europe. Beyond warfare's grim realities lies a vibrant coastal city with breathtaking landscapes along Egypt's coastguard duty routes. Engravings such as "A Trip along the Coast of Egypt on Coastguard Duty" capture not only military activities but also showcase natural beauty surrounding this historic site. Today, modern-day visitors can explore remnants from these dramatic chapters etched into Damiettan soil. From ancient ruins to architectural marvels reflecting diverse influences over centuries, this city's allure remains intact.