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Beni Hasan Collection

"Exploring the Ancient Wonders of Beni Hasan" Step into the world of ancient Egypt with a glimpse into the intricate craftsmanship

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)

Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)
5938311 Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood) by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC); 41.2x33.2x182.4 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Inner coffin of User-Het (detail), 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)

Inner coffin of User-Het (detail), 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)
5938295 Inner coffin of User-Het (detail), 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood) by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC); 41.2x33.2x182.4 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)

Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)
5938312 Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood) by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC); 41.2x33.2x182.4 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)

Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)
5938313 Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood) by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC); 41.2x33.2x182.4 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Egyptian Architecture; Great Pyramid of Cheops, Gizeh; Mastaba Tombs; Tombs

Egyptian Architecture; Great Pyramid of Cheops, Gizeh; Mastaba Tombs; Tombs, Beni-Hasan; Tombs of the Kings
6005302 Egyptian Architecture; Great Pyramid of Cheops, Gizeh; Mastaba Tombs; Tombs, Beni-Hasan; Tombs of the Kings, Thebes (litho) by English School

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Beni-Hacan, Architecture Hypogeene - Tombeau d Amonei, 1851-52

Beni-Hacan, Architecture Hypogeene - Tombeau d Amonei, 1851-52, printed 1853-54

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Beni-Hacan, Architecture Hypogeene - Tombeau de Nevothph, 1851-52

Beni-Hacan, Architecture Hypogeene - Tombeau de Nevothph, 1851-52, printed 1853-54

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: How An Ancient Egyptian Painted The Coming Of The Israelites Into Egypt, c1930

How An Ancient Egyptian Painted The Coming Of The Israelites Into Egypt, c1930. Facsimile of tomb painting from the cemetery site at Beni Hasan, Egypt

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Rock Tombs, Beni Hassan, 10 March 1863, Egypt, 1863. Artist: Charles Emile de Tournemine

Rock Tombs, Beni Hassan, 10 March 1863, Egypt, 1863. Artist: Charles Emile de Tournemine
Rock Tombs, Beni Hassan, 10 March 1863, Egypt, 1863. From the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Tombs of Beni-Hassan, Egypt, 19th century. Artist: George Moore

Tombs of Beni-Hassan, Egypt, 19th century. Artist: George Moore
Tombs of Beni-Hassan, Egypt, 19th century. Beni Hasan is the site of 39 tombs dating from the Ancient Egyptian Middle Kingdom (c2030-1640 BC). From the collection of the Schuster Gallery, London

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Egypt Nubia Volume I Entrance Caves Beni-Hasan

Egypt Nubia Volume I Entrance Caves Beni-Hasan
Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Entrance to the Caves of Beni-Hasan, 1847. Louis Haghe (British, 1806-1885), F.G.Moon, 20 Threadneedle Street, London, after David Roberts (British, 1796-1864)

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Beni Hacan, Architecture Hypogeenne, Tombeau d Amonei, 1851-52

Beni Hacan, Architecture Hypogeenne, Tombeau d Amonei, 1851-52

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Weavers Tomb Khnumhotep Middle Kingdom Dynasty 12

Weavers Tomb Khnumhotep Middle Kingdom Dynasty 12
Weavers, Tomb, Khnumhotep, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12, ca, 18971878 B.C, Original, Egypt, Beni Hasan, Tomb 3, Paper, tempera paint, ink, facsimile, h, 66.5 cm, 26 3/16, w, 103.5, 40 3/4

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Source Size = 3230 x 1973

Source Size = 3230 x 1973
THE VALLEY OF THE NILE AT BENI HASAN. Egypt, engraving 1879

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Source Size = 2560 x 3373

Source Size = 2560 x 3373
Entrance of the tomb at Beni Hasan. Egypt, engraving 1879

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: EGYPT: BENI HASAN. Portico of a tomb at Beni Hasan, Egypt, built c1900 B. C. Photograph

EGYPT: BENI HASAN. Portico of a tomb at Beni Hasan, Egypt, built c1900 B. C. Photograph
EGYPT: BENI HASAN. Portico of a tomb at Beni Hasan, Egypt, built c1900 B.C. Photograph, c1850-1880

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Source Size = 2560 x 3373

Source Size = 2560 x 3373
Entrance of the tomb at Beni Hasan. Egypt, engraving 1879

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Source Size = 3230 x 1973

Source Size = 3230 x 1973
THE VALLEY OF THE NILE AT BENI HASAN. Egypt, engraving 1879

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Egypt, entrance to Caves of Beni Hassan, engraving based on drawing by David Roberts

Egypt, entrance to Caves of Beni Hassan, engraving based on drawing by David Roberts
Egypt, 19th century. Entrance to the Caves of Beni Hassan. Engraving based on a drawing by David Roberts (1796-1864), from " Egypt and Nubia", 1846-1850

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Beni-Hasan Necropolis. Tomb of Amenemhat, detail: mural paintings depicting hunting scenes

Beni-Hasan Necropolis. Tomb of Amenemhat, detail: mural paintings depicting hunting scenes and country life
Egypt - Beni-Hasan Necropolis. Tomb of Amenemhat. Detail: mural paintings depicting hunting scenes and country life. Middle Kingdom

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Beni-Hasan Necropolis. Tomb of Khnumhotep III. Detail: mural painting depicting an Asiatic

Beni-Hasan Necropolis. Tomb of Khnumhotep III. Detail: mural painting depicting an Asiatic caravan. Middle Kingdom
Egypt - Beni-Hasan Necropolis. Tomb of Khnumhotep III. Detail: mural painting depicting an Asiatic caravan. Middle Kingdom

Background imageBeni Hasan Collection: Arrival of Asiatic family in Egypt from Atlas of Egyptian Art by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Arrival of Asiatic family in Egypt from Atlas of Egyptian Art by Emile Prisse d Avennes
Emile Prisse d Avennes (1807-1879), Atlas of Egyptian Art, 1868-1877. Arrival of an Asiatic family in Egypt. Drawing from a fresco at Beni Hasan, Dynasty XII


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"Exploring the Ancient Wonders of Beni Hasan" Step into the world of ancient Egypt with a glimpse into the intricate craftsmanship and captivating murals found in Beni Hasan. The inner coffin of User-Het, dating back to 1991 BC-1783 BC, showcases the skillful use of wood in preserving this sacred burial artifact. Zooming in on the detail of User-Het's inner coffin, one can marvel at the precision and artistry that went into its creation. Every stroke and curve tells a story, transporting us back thousands of years to a time when these coffins held great significance. Moving beyond coffins, we encounter a mural within the Tomb of Kheti from around the 11th-12th dynasty. This wall painting provides insight into ancient Egyptian life and customs, offering glimpses into their daily routines and beliefs. As we explore further, we come across iconic structures such as the Great Pyramid of Cheops in Gizeh. Its grandeur serves as a testament to Egyptian architecture's magnificence and engineering prowess. The tombs scattered throughout Beni Hasan offer another perspective on burial practices during this era. From mastaba tombs to those found in Thebes, each tomb holds secrets waiting to be unraveled by archaeologists eager to uncover Egypt's rich history. Delving deeper underground reveals hypogeene architecture like Tombeau d'Amonei and Tombeau de Nevothph in Beni Hacan. These hidden treasures showcase elaborate designs carved out beneath the earth's surface—a testament to human ingenuity even thousands of years ago. Intriguingly, an artwork titled "How An Ancient Egyptian Painted The Coming Of The Israelites Into Egypt" offers insights into historical events depicted through an artist's eyes during c1930—an artistic interpretation merging history with imagination.