John Beasley 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

The Sphinx, c. 1853. Creator: John Beasley Greene (American, 1832-1856)
The Sphinx, c. 1853. The son of a wealthy banker, Greene was an American but born and raised in Paris. At a young age, he became an avid archaeologist focusing on the Middle East

View of Luxor, 1854. Creator: John Beasley Greene (American, 1832-1856)
View of Luxor, 1854. On the first of three trips to Egypt, John Beasley Greene created some 200 photographs. His work rarely documented favorite tourist sites in a conventionally descriptive manner;

Sphinx 1853 John Beasley Greene American 1832-1856
The Sphinx, c. 1853. John Beasley Greene (American, 1832-1856). Salted paper print from waxed paper negative; image: 23.2 x 29.6 cm (9 1/8 x 11 5/8 in.); mounted

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

John Beasley Greene, Edfu-Sculptures and Inscriptions on Oriental Face, American, active France, 1832 - 1856, 1854, salted paper print from paper negative

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John Beasley Greene was a talented photographer who captured the beauty and history of various locations in Algeria and Egypt during the mid-19th century. His photographs provide us with a glimpse into the past, showcasing ancient Roman sculptures, Egyptian temples, and stunning natural landscapes. In his photograph titled "Untitled [Roman sculptures, Cherchell Museum], 1856, " Greene transports us to the Cherchell Museum where we can admire intricate Roman sculptures that have stood the test of time. The attention to detail in these artworks is truly mesmerizing. Another captivating image by Greene is "Medinet Habu, Mortuary Temple of Ramses III, Left Wall (Medinet-Habou). " This photograph allows us to explore this grand temple complex dedicated to one of Egypt's most powerful pharaohs. The walls are adorned with hieroglyphics telling stories from ancient times. Greene also takes us on a journey through time with his photograph titled "Tombeau de la chretienne. Vue du cotenord. " Here we see the Tomb of the Christian Woman, an archaeological site filled with mystery and intrigue. It serves as a reminder of Algeria's rich cultural heritage. The photographer's lens then transports us to Philae Island in his work from 1853-54. In this serene setting surrounded by water, we witness ancient ruins blending harmoniously with nature, and is a testament to humanity's ability to create enduring structures amidst breathtaking landscapes. Moving away from historical sites, Greene captures everyday life in Algeria through his photograph titled "Tents. " This image showcases nomadic tents dotting the desert landscape—a reminder of traditional ways of life that still persist despite changing times. Dakkeh is another location immortalized by Greene's lens during his travels between 1853-54. This Nubian village reveals itself through its architecture and people—a window into a vibrant community nestled along the Nile River.