Mena Collection

Mena House Hotel, Cairo, Egypt - View of Cheops Pyramid. The hotel was a former Royal hunting lodge, which opened as a Hotel in 1869. Date: circa 1920s

EGYPT: COPTIC ART: CHRIST and abbot Mena. Painting on wood, 7th century A. D
EGYPT: COPTIC ART: CHRIST and abbot Mena. Painting on wood, 7th century A.D

Scenes of Mestizaje. Circa 1750. Casta paintings
" Scenes of " Mestizaje". Circa 1750. Casta paintings by Luis de Mena. Colonial baroque. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid. Americas Museum."

Mena House Hotel and Pyramids, Giza, Egypt - Vintage Lantern Slide - original photograph taken by George H. Goree (1906-1980)

Egyptian Pyramids and the Mena House Hotel early 1900s
Mena House Hotel and Pyramids, Giza, Egypt - Vintage Lantern Slide - original photograph taken by George H. Goree (1906-1980)

Hotels in Egypt
Health and Sunshine Beckon You to Egypt Advertisement for Egypts top hotels catering to wealthy European and American tourists who went to Cairo for the season during the winter months

Dubai, UAE. Close-up of a camel

Fountain of Neptune, made between 1780 and 1784 by Juan Pascual de Mena, carved in white marble from Montesclaros (Toledo), engraving, 1870

Virgin of Guadalupe, together with the Virgin the various possible crossbreedings of American races and fruits from the new continent are represented. Castes Table

Saint Menas on horseback, Mid of the 15th cen. Found in the Collection of Ikonen Museum Recklinghausen

The Martyrdom of Saint Menas. Artist: Veronese, Paolo (1528-1588)
The Martyrdom of Saint Menas. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Saints Menas, Nikita of Novgorod and John the Warrior, First quarter of 19th century. Artist: Russian icon
Saints Menas, Nikita of Novgorod and John the Warrior, First quarter of 19th century. Private Collection

Saint Menas with Scenes from His Life, Mid of the 19th cen Artist: Russian icon
Saint Menas with Scenes from His Life, Mid of the 19th cen.. From a private collection

Mena House Hotel in Giza, Egypt
Mena House Hotel in Giza near Cairo, Egypt. Originally a hunting lodge it was expanded and opened as a hotel in 1886, housing many famous guests such as Arthur Conan Doyle

Laberinto de Fortuna (Labyrinh of Fortunes), by Juan de Mena
Juan de Mena (1411-1456). Spanish poet. Labyrinth of Fortune, or The Three Hundred, 1444. Edition in 1566, Alcala de Hernares. Poem CXXXVI

Early Christian Art. Egypt. Clay jar (AMPULLAE) with Saint
Early Christian Art. Egypt. Clay jar (AMPULLAE) representing Saint Mena flanked by two camels. Dated in the seventh century. It comes from the sanctuary of Saint Mena in Egypt. Byzantine Museum

Saint Mary Magdalene penitent. Polychrome sculpture by Pedro de Mena. Baroque art. Sculpture on wood. SPAIN. CASTILE AND LEON. Valladolid. National Museum of Sculpture

Francisco Franco going for a drive through the Paseo de la Castellana in Madrid after presiding the Parade of the Victory. He is with the Minister of the Army, Juan Casta񯮮 1964

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A picture taken on January 14, 2016 shows a murmuration of starlings performing their traditional dance before landing to sleep near the southern Israeli village of Tidhar

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Palestinian snake enthusiast Omar Ibrahim plays with some of his snakes at his home in the northern West Bank city of Nablus, on February 10, 2016

Lebanon-Entertainment-Cinema-Batman
A Lebanese model dressed as Batman plays on the rooftop of a building during a photoshoot in the capital Beirut on March 23, 2016. / AFP PHOTO / PATRICK BAZ

Black Kites Fly as Murmuration of Starlings Perform
Black kites fly as a murmuration of starlings perform their traditional dance fly on February 10, 2016 near the southern Israeli city of Rahat. / AFP PHOTO / MENAHEM KAHANA

MENA, Alonso de (1587-1646). Reliquary-altarpice of the Royal Chapel. ca. 1623. SPAIN. Granada. Royal Chapel. Detail of the pedestal with the portraits of Charles V and Isabel of Portugal

Spain. Madrid. The Neptune Fountain. Built by Juan Pascual de Mena, 1780. In 1786 his disciple Jose Rodriguez finished off the project. Neo-classical. Night Photography

Fountain of Neptune by Juan Pascual de Mena. 18th century. M
Fountain of Neptune. Designed by Ventura Rodriguez in 1782 and sculpted by Juan Pascual de Mena (1707-1784) between 1780-1784. White marble. Canovas del Castillo square. Madrid. Spain

Egypt. Abu Mena. Basilica of Arcadius
Basilica of Arcadius. EGYPT. ALEXANDRIA. Abu Mina. Basilica of Arcadius. Ruins. Paleo-christian art. Architecture

Study for a Statue of Queen Isabella; Pedro Mena y Medrano, Spanish, 1628 - 1688; 1675; Black chalk, pen and brown-gray ink, yellow, gray and red wash; 34.4 x 23.3 cm (13 9/16 x 9 3/16 in.)

Pyramid Village
circa 1930: Mena village at the foot of a pyramid, Egypt. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Israel-Surf-League
A young surfers stands in the sea during the World Surf League SEAT Pro Netanya 2016 competition in the Israeli Mediterranean coastal city of Netanya on January 16, 2016. / AFP PHOTO / JACK GUEZ

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A thoroughbred Arab horse looks out from his stable at the Al-Dhafra Equestrian Club in the desert, near the city of Madinat Zayed, 150 kilometres west of Abu Dhabi, on January 30, 2016

Juan de Mena (1411, Cordoba - 1456, Torrelaguna) one of the most significant Spanish poets of the fifteenth century. His works show the influence of Renaissance humanism

MENA, Juan de (1411-1456). Spanish poet of the
" MENA, Juan de (1411-1456). Spanish poet of the pre renaissance. Cronist of Juan II de Castilla. First page of his selected works

MENA, Alonso de (1587-1646). Altarpice-Reliquary of the Royal Chapel of Granada. 1630 - 1632. Detail from the base, with a portrait of Philip the Handsome and Joanna the Mad. Wood golden relief

SADDLER & HARNESS MAKER. Wood engraving, German, c1860

EGYPT: GIZA HOTEL. The Mena House Hotel at Giza, Egypt, with the Great Pyramids in the background. Photograph, late 19th century

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"Mena: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step back in time to ancient Egypt, where the intricate beauty of Coptic art unfolds before your eyes. Behold the captivating painting on wood from the 7th century AD, depicting Christ and Abbot Mena, a testament to the rich religious heritage of this land. Traveling forward in history, immerse yourself in the vibrant scenes of mestizaje captured in casta paintings circa 1750. These artworks showcase the diverse cultural blend that emerged during colonial times, reflecting a fusion of European and indigenous influences. As you explore modern-day Cairo, marvel at the breathtaking view of Cheops Pyramid from Mena House Hotel. This iconic landmark stands tall against the backdrop of Giza's pyramids, creating an awe-inspiring sight that has captivated travelers for centuries. Transport yourself further into Egypt's past with glimpses into early 1900s. The Egyptian Pyramids stand proudly alongside Mena House Hotel - a symbol of timeless grandeur that continues to enchant visitors today. Venturing beyond Egypt's borders but still within its sphere of influence, discover Juan de Mena's "Laberinto de Fortuna" (Labyrinth of Fortunes). This literary masterpiece takes you on an allegorical journey through life's twists and turns as depicted by one of Spain's greatest poets. Delve deeper into Christian art with an exquisite clay jar adorned with Saint imagery from Early Christian Art in Egypt. Feel a sense of reverence as you witness Saint Mary Magdalene penitent brought to life through polychrome sculpture – a testament to faith and devotion throughout history. Shifting gears to more recent times, catch a glimpse into Francisco Franco’s world as he goes for a drive along Paseo. This snapshot offers insight into Spain’s complex political landscape during his reign. Finally, venture beyond Egypt’s borders once again to Dubai where you encounter close-up encounters with camels, a symbol of resilience and endurance in the face of harsh desert conditions.