Prisse Collection

House called Beyt-el-Tcheleby, Cairo, Egypt: Facade overlooking the courtyard, 18th century
544823 House called Beyt-el-Tcheleby, Cairo, Egypt: Facade overlooking the courtyard, 18th century. 19th century (lithograph from 'L'Art arabe d'apres les monuments du Caire')

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

The Great Sphinx of Giza (watercolour)
544820 The Great Sphinx of Giza (watercolour) by Prisse d Avennes, Emile (1807-79); (add.info.: Watercolour. Emile Prisse d Avennes (1807-1879) French architect, engineer and orientalist

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

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

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.)

A Kanja on the Nile at Luxor, with the Temple of Luxor behind, 1838-1843. Watercolour. Achille-Constant Prisse d Avennes (1807-1809) French architect. Egypt River Boat Oars

House called Beyt-el-Tcheleby, Cairo, Egypt: Facade overlooking the courtyard, XVIII th century. Lithograph from L Art arabe d apres les monuments du Caire 1869-1877 by Emile Prisse d Avennes

A Bedouin beside his Camel, probably in Egypt, c1836-1843. Watercolour. Emile Prisse d Avennes (1807-1879) French architect, engineer and orientalist

JWPs kanja moored beside the East bank of the Nile at Luxor, 1838-1843. Watercolour. Emile Prisse d Avennes, (1807-1879) French architect, engineer and orientalist. Egypt

The Great Sphinx of Giza. Watercolour. Emile Prisse d Avennes (1807-1879) French architect, engineer and orientalist. Ancient Egyptian statue of mythical figure of lion with human head

Veiled Egyptian Woman. Emile Prisse d Avennes. Gouache. Mid-19th century

EGPYT: PYRAMID DIAGRAM. Diagram of the Great Pyramid of Giza from Histoire de l Art Egyptien, by Achille Prise d Avennes, 1878

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Prisse: A Glimpse into Luxor, Egypt (1928)" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Prisse, as we embark on a journey through Luxor, Egypt. In this column from 1928, created by an unknown artist, we are transported to an era filled with awe-inspiring wonders. Our first stop takes us to the majestic Great Sphinx of Giza. Through delicate watercolor strokes, its enigmatic beauty is brought to life before our eyes. Moving forward, we encounter a native Abyssinian adorned with an animal-skin cape - a testament to the diverse cultures that thrived in ancient Egypt. Continuing our exploration, a breathtaking bust of a Bishareen woman captivates us with her Ethiopian grace. This Ptolemaic capital from Edfu reveals intricate details that showcase the artistic mastery prevalent during this period. As we venture deeper into history at Karnak and Thebes, columns and capitals stand tall as silent witnesses to past glory. Each one tells its own story - whether it be the Bouquet capital or the Ptolemaic-Roman capital from Philae - they all reflect different architectural styles that have shaped Egyptian civilization. Delving further into these treasures unearthed by Prisse's lens brings us face-to-face with remarkable ceiling paintings found within tombs. The detail-rich masterpiece in Aichesi's tomb leaves us spellbound while vulture ceiling decorations at Philae transport us closer to ancient beliefs and symbolism. In every stroke and brushstroke captured by Prisse's camera lens lies not only artistry but also reverence for Egypt's rich heritage. These images serve as portals connecting us to a time long gone yet preserved through their visual storytelling. Join us on this enchanting voyage through Luxor as we celebrate Prisse's dedication in preserving these invaluable glimpses into Egypt's past.