John B Greene Collection

"Second Cataract Of Nile"-#26 (image 1 of 2), Printed 1854. Creator: John Beasley Greene
"Second Cataract Of Nile"-#26 (image 1 of 2), Printed 1854

Untitled [Roman sculptures, Cherchell Museum], 1856. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Untitled [Roman sculptures, Cherchell Museum], 1856. [Antiquities in the Museum at Cherchell, Algeria]. Salted paper print

Medinet Habu, Mortuary Temple of Ramses III, Left Wall (Medinet-Habou, Temple funeraire de Ramses III, paroi gauche, 1854. Salted paper print

Tombeau de la chretienne. Vue du cotenord. (Tomb of the Christian Woman
Tombeau de la chretienne. Vue du cote nord. (Tomb of the Christian Woman. View from the North Side.), 1855. [Possibly Algeria or Egypt]. Albumen print

Antiquities in the Museum at Cherchell, Algeria, 1853-54. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Antiquities in the Museum at Cherchell, Algeria, 1853-54

Island of Philae, 1853-54. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Island of Philae, 1853-54

Tents, Algeria, 1856. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Tents, Algeria, 1856

Dakkeh, 1853-54. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Dakkeh, 1853-54

Bank of the Rhumel, near Constantine, Algeria, ca. 1855-56. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Bank of the Rhumel, near Constantine, Algeria, ca. 1855-56

Waterfall, Constantine, 1856. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Waterfall, Constantine, 1856

Amada, Temple, 1853-54. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Amada, Temple, 1853-54

Medinet-Habu, 1854. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Medinet-Habu, 1854

Fragment of an Egyptian Statue in the Museum at Cherchell, Algeria, 1856

Etude de Palmiers, Bords du Nil, Kalabschi, 1853-54. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Etude de Palmiers, Bords du Nil, Kalabschi, 1853-54

The Nile in front of the Theban Hills, 1853-54. Creator: John Beasley Greene
The Nile in front of the Theban Hills, 1853-54

Excavations near the Sphinx, 1853. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Excavations near the Sphinx, 1853

Boat in Harbor, Algeria, 1853-54. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Boat in Harbor, Algeria, 1853-54

Constantine, Algeria, 1853-54. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Constantine, Algeria, 1853-54

Temple de Deboud, 1853-54. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Temple de Deboud, 1853-54

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"John B Greene: Capturing the Essence of Ancient Beauty" Step into the world of John Beasley Greene, a talented photographer who transported us back in time with his captivating images. Through his lens, he immortalized the untitled Roman sculptures at Cherchell Museum in 1856, allowing us to marvel at their timeless elegance. In Medinet Habu's Mortuary Temple of Ramses III, Greene skillfully captured the left wall's intricate details. His photograph transports us to ancient Egypt, where we can almost hear whispers from centuries past echoing through its stone corridors. One of Greene's most poignant works is "Tombeau de la chretienne. Vue du cotenord. " This image invites us to contemplate the story behind this Christian woman's tomb and pay homage to her memory. Greene took us on a journey through Algeria as well. In 1853-54, he documented antiquities housed in Cherchell Museum and showcased their historical significance for all to see. These photographs serve as a testament to Algeria's rich cultural heritage. The Island of Philae became an enchanting subject for Greene during his travels in 1853-54. His photographs capture the island's serene beauty and transport viewers into a realm where time stands still amidst ancient ruins. Tents dotting the Algerian landscape came alive under Greene's lens in 1856. These images evoke a sense of nomadic freedom and offer glimpses into daily life within these temporary dwellings. Dakkeh became another destination that captivated Greene during his expeditions in 1853-54. He expertly framed its architectural wonders against breathtaking desert vistas, showcasing both man-made splendor and nature’s grandeur side by side. The Bank of Rhumel near Constantine beckoned him with its picturesque charm around 1855-56. With each click of his camera shutter, he immortalized this tranquil spot along the river, inviting us to pause and appreciate nature's serene beauty.