Lehnert Collection

Praying before a sphinx, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

Jewish Womans Pantaloons - on washing line - Tunisia
Jewish Ladys Pantaloons - on washing line - Tunisia. Their magnificence quite clearly warrants the personal guard...! Date: circa 1909

Kafila with a camel bearing a hodesh, 1848. Artist: Lehnert
Kafila with a camel bearing a hodesh, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

A portrait of an Egyptian woman, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

Portrait of a Bedouin, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

The Alabaster Sphinx, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. The Alabaster Sphinx was carved in honour of an unknown Pharaoh, probably during the eighteenth dynasty (between 1700 and 1400 BC)

The Statue of Rameses II, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

A step pyramid outside Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

Camels in the desert outside Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

Shepherding sheep near Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

Irrigating fields near Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

The Delta Barrage, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Completed in 1862, the Delta Barrage was a dam which was intended to improve irrigation in the Nile Delta area of Egypt

Boats on the Nile, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

The Kasr-El-Nile Bridge, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

An Arabian coffee house, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

The Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

Abdeen Palace, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

A picturesque corner of Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

A bazaar in Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

The Sphinx Temple, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

The excavated Sphinx, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

The Pyramids of Giza during a flood, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

An oasis near Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

The Pyramids of Giza, Cairo, Egypt, c1920s. Plate taken From In the Land of the Pharaohs, published by Lehnert & Landrock (Cairo)

Cattle scene of a butchery; Illustration fom
" Cattle scene of a butchery; Illustration fom " History of Chile" by F.Lehnert (1854). Litography."

Furniture maker - Local Egyptian artisan, Cairo
Furniture maker, adding bone inlay to an octagonal table - Local Egyptian artisan, Cairo. Date: circa 1910s

Threshing in Chile; ; Illustration fom History
" Threshing in Chile; ; Illustration fom " History of Chile" by F.Lehnert (1854). Litography."

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"Capturing the Essence of Lehnert: A Glimpse into Egypt's Rich Heritage" Step back in time to the 1920s and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Lehnert. From Cairo, Egypt to Tunisia, this talented artist has left behind a legacy that beautifully portrays the diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures of North Africa. In one frame, we find ourselves transported to Cairo's mystical realm as we witness an awe-inspiring scene - a figure praying before the enigmatic Sphinx. The aura of spirituality is palpable, drawing us closer to unravel its secrets. Lehnert's lens then takes us on a journey through time and space as we stumble upon Jewish Woman's Pantaloons hanging delicately on a washing line in Tunisia. These seemingly mundane garments become symbols of cultural identity, whispering stories from generations past. A kafila emerges from the desert haze with a camel bearing hodesh (a lunar crescent), painted by none other than Lehnert himself in 1848. This artwork transports us back even further into history, reminding us of ancient trade routes and nomadic tribes that once roamed these lands. The artist also captures portraits that reveal the beauty and resilience of Egyptian women during this era. Their eyes speak volumes about their strength and grace amidst societal changes sweeping across their homeland. Not forgetting the Bedouin people who have long inhabited these arid terrains, Lehnert presents us with a striking portrait capturing their rugged yet dignified spirit. Each wrinkle tells tales etched by countless sunsets witnessed under vast desert skies. As our journey continues through Cairo's iconic landmarks, we encounter breathtaking sights such as The Alabaster Sphinx standing tall against time's relentless march. Nearby stands The Statue of Rameses II - an imposing testament to ancient pharaonic grandeur that still commands respect today.