Davennes Emile Prisse Collection

Water carrier, 1840-1879. Creator: Emile Prisse D'Avennes
Water carrier, 1840-1879

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

Column, Zawijet el Metin, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Column, Zawijet el Metin, Egypt, (1928)....composite column of Nymphaea lotus the capital of which is formed of an open calyx...2400-2300 B.C

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

Pilaster from the Amun-Re Temple of Amenophis III at Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Pilaster from the Amun-Re Temple of Amenophis III at Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Amenophis III is represented doing homage to the goddess Hathor...1411-1375 B.C

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.)

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"Davennes Emile Prisse: Unveiling the Ancient Egyptian Treasures" Step back in time to Luxor, Egypt, as we explore the captivating world of Davennes Emile Prisse. In this column from 1928, a mysterious creator transports us to the Ptolemaic capital of Edfu. The intricate details and exquisite craftsmanship leave us in awe. Journeying further into history, we arrive at Karnak, where another enigmatic creator presents a mesmerizing column. Its grandeur and majesty speak volumes about the ancient civilization that once thrived here. As we venture to Thebes, Egypt's Bouquet capital beckons us with its timeless beauty. This relic from 1928 reveals an artistic finesse that has stood the test of time. Philae welcomes us with open arms as we encounter a Ptolemaic-Roman capital. Crafted by an unknown genius, it showcases a harmonious blend of two great civilizations. Karnak continues to amaze with yet another remarkable creation – a magnificent capital that stands tall amidst ruins. Its presence evokes wonder and admiration for those who built it centuries ago. Zawijet el Metin unveils its secrets through an anonymous artist's column. It serves as a reminder of the architectural marvels scattered across Egypt's vast landscape. Philae enchants once more with its captivating capital from 1928 – evidence of an era long gone but not forgotten. Each stroke tells stories untold, waiting patiently for curious minds like ours to unravel them. The Amun-Re Temple at Karnak holds within it a pilaster from Amenophis III's reign – an artifact shrouded in mystery but exuding power and significance nonetheless. Delving deeper into Egyptian culture, we discover breathtaking ceiling paintings adorning Aichesi's tomb in Thebes. These delicate brushstrokes bring life to ancient tales etched on the walls.