John 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 Greene, a talented photographer and explorer, captured the essence of ancient civilizations through his lens. In his work "Untitled [Roman sculptures, Cherchell Museum], 1856, " he brings to life the intricate details of Roman sculptures, transporting us back in time. The precision with which he portrays the Medinet Habu Mortuary Temple of Ramses III in "Left Wall (Medinet-Habou) (Tombeau de la chretienne. Vue du cotenord)" is awe-inspiring. Greene's passion for archaeology shines through in his photographs of antiquities at the Cherchell Museum in Algeria from 1853-54. His images offer a glimpse into history, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of these artifacts. The Island of Philae holds a special place in Greene's collection as he captures its enchanting allure during his visit in 1853-54. His ability to capture both grand landscapes and intimate moments is evident when exploring his photograph titled "Tents, Algeria" from 1856. Venturing further into Egypt, Greene documents Dakkeh with precision and reverence during his travels between 1853-54. The ruins come alive under his lens as if whispering stories from centuries past. In one captivating image titled "Bank of Rhumel near Constantine, " ca. 1855-56, Greene showcases nature's raw power alongside man-made structures—a testament to human resilience against formidable elements. Waterfalls have always held an irresistible charm for photographers; however, it was John Beasley Greene who managed to capture their ethereal beauty perfectly in "Waterfall, Constantine" from 1856. Amada Temple stands tall amidst sandy dunes thanks to Greene's photographic prowess during his expedition between 1853-54. Each detail preserved forever within this masterpiece evokes wonderment and admiration for ancient architecture. Medinet-Habu becomes more than just a temple in Greene's lens.