Mortuary Collection

Egypt, Cairo, Giza, View of all three Great Pyramids at sunset

Temple of Ramses III. The pharaoh Ramses III, who wears the Khepresh, making offerings to the gods. Relief. New Kingdom. (1550-1069 b.C). Twentieth dynasty. Thebes. Medinet-Habou. Egypt

Ramesseum of Rameses II, Thebes, Egypt
View of the Ramesseum, the memorial or mortuary temple of Rameses II at Thebes (now Luxor), Egypt. Date: early 20th century

Charles Meryon (French, 1821 - 1868), La morgue, Paris (The Mortuary), 1854, etching

The Ramseion (Ramesseum): mortuary temple of Rameses II, 13th century BC, and statues of Rameses holding Crook
544714 The Ramseion (Ramesseum): mortuary temple of Rameses II, 13th century BC, and statues of Rameses holding Crook and Flail, ancient Egypt Kingship

Hypostyle columns at Ramasseum, Egypt, 1841
3480441 Hypostyle columns at Ramasseum, Egypt, 1841; (add.info.: Hypostyle columns at Ramasseum, Egypt 1841. By French architect, Hector Horeau; 1801 - 1872)

Two Mortuary Tablets for So Hunbo (1775-1815) Inscribed with a 666-character... 1815
Two Mortuary Tablets for So Hunbo (1775-1815) Inscribed with a 666-character biography of So Hunbo (1775-1815) (image 1 of 5), 1815

Gambetta's mortuary chamber, in his villa in Les Jardies, Ville-d'Avray, January 1883. Creator: Orens Denizard
Gambetta's mortuary chamber, in his villa in Les Jardies, Ville-d'Avray, January 1883

Egypt, Luxor, West Bank, the Temple of Ramessess 11 known as The Ramesseum, Fallen colossi in the first courtyard

Taj Mahal (interior), Agra, India - the mortuary temple of Mumtaz Mahal, the beloved wife of the Indian Emperor Shah Jahan. Date: circa 1920s

Mamalelekala chief's mortuary house, c1914. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Mamalelekala chief's mortuary house, c1914

Egypt, Luxor, West Bank, Sphinx at the Temple of Ramessess 11 known as The Ramesseum

Egypt, Luxor, West Bank, The temple of Ramesses 111 at Medinet Habu, Two statues in the Hypostyle Hall

Egypt, Luxor, West Bank, Deir Al Bahri, Temple of Hatshepsut also known as Djeser-Djeseru, Holy of Holies

Pyramid tomb of Cestius, Rome, Italy, with shoeshines in the foreground. Date: late 19th century

The English Cemetery, Haydar Pasa, Constantinople
The English Cemetery at Haydar Pasa, Constantinople Date: circa 1910s

The tomb of Sultan Selim II - Constantinople
Entrance to the tomb of Sultan Selim II. Date: circa 1920

Tomb Ornamentation - Southern Russia
An elaborate marble mortuary monument of a large dog faithfully standing over his dead mistress. Date: 1920s

CATALEPSY, ARGENTINA
CATALEPTIC TRANCE ? At Rawson Hospital, Cordoba, Argentina, a 19-year old girl, supposed dead, recovers consciousness in the mortuary Date: 1940

Slab in low relief from mortuary chamber... Eastern Han dynasty, 25-220
Slab in low relief from mortuary chamber; design, in three registers, of horses, riders, and carts, Eastern Han dynasty, 25-220

Han slab in low relief from mortuary chamber... Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE
Han slab in low relief from mortuary chamber; design in two registers, of men, horses, and carts, Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE

Effigy of a king, detail from the tomb of the Catholic kings (marble)
3704212 Effigy of a king, detail from the tomb of the Catholic kings (marble) by Fancelli, Domenico (1469-1519); Granada Cathedral, Granada, Spain; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

Mummies in the Bristol Institution, c. 1834 (w / c & pencil on paper)
3900197 Mummies in the Bristol Institution, c.1834 (w/c & pencil on paper) by Prout, John Skinner (1806-76); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Cinerary urn, c. late 1st-early 2nd century AD (marble)
5962637 Cinerary urn, c.late 1st-early 2nd century AD (marble) by Roman; width: 36 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The front in two registers, the upper with the deceased shown sleeping)

Parsee Towers of Silence (colour litho)
980508 Parsee Towers of Silence (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Egypt - Demonstration by a snake charmer (engraving)
729326 Egypt - Demonstration by a snake charmer (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Charnel house post, 500-1000 (wood)
DBP422885 Charnel house post, 500-1000 (wood) by Belle Glade culture (1000 BC-1700 AD); height: 157 cm; Private Collection; Photo eDirk Bakker; American, out of copyright

Two views of the effigy of William Swift (w / c on paper)
2832090 Two views of the effigy of William Swift (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Berkeleys Monument by the altar steps of St Marks (w / c on paper)
2832071 Berkeleys Monument by the altar steps of St Marks (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Entrance to the Temple Complex of Medinet Habu, Luxor, Egypt
Entrance to the Mortuary Temple of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu, an important New Kingdom period temple structure in the West Bank of Luxor in Egypt. Date: circa 1910s

Gold-painted fabric for royalty (textile)
LIT389613 Gold-painted fabric for royalty (textile) by Thai School; (add.info.: used especially for cremations; 180-200 years old; ); Photo eLuca Tettoni; Thai, out of copyright

Angel, detail from the tombs of the Catholic kings (marble)
3704210 Angel, detail from the tombs of the Catholic kings (marble) by Fancelli, Domenico (1469-1519); Granada Cathedral, Granada, Spain; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

Miss Newtons Monument in St Peters Church (w / c on paper)
2832137 Miss Newtons Monument in St Peters Church (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Tomb of The Harrowing of Hell in Bristol Cathedral (grave cover and two graves)
2831374 Tomb of The Harrowing of Hell in Bristol Cathedral (grave cover and two graves), 1832 (w/c & pencil on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Monument of John Aldworth and his son (w / c on paper)
2832088 Monument of John Aldworth and his son (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Monument of Lady Throkmorton in St Marks (w / c on paper)
2832087 Monument of Lady Throkmorton in St Marks (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

The Gateway to the Taj Mahal, Agra, India. The Taj Mahal was the Mortuary Temple built by Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Date: circa 1930s

The Tomb of Frederick II in the Cathedral of Palermo, 23 - 30 April 1874
1218047 The Tomb of Frederick II in the Cathedral of Palermo, 23 - 30 April 1874 (watercolour and bodycolour over graphite on paper) by Ruskin, John (1819-1900); Ashmolean Museum

The Tomb of Ilaria del Caretto in the Duomo, Lucca, 10 August - 26 September 1874
1218046 The Tomb of Ilaria del Caretto in the Duomo, Lucca, 10 August - 26 September 1874 (watercolour and bodycolour over graphite on paper, some lines ruled) by Ruskin

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Captivating Mortuary: Exploring Ancient Tombs and Funerary Monuments Step into the intriguing world of mortuaries, where history intertwines with death, and ancient civilizations come to life. From the majestic pyramids of Egypt to the ornate Taj Mahal in India, these captivating structures hold stories that transcend time. In Cairo, Egypt's bustling capital city, Giza offers a breathtaking view of all three Great Pyramids at sunset. These monumental tombs stand as a testament to the grandeur and ingenuity of ancient Egyptian civilization. Nearby lies the Temple of Ramses III, where pharaohs were laid to rest amidst intricate carvings and hieroglyphics that depict their divine journey. Traveling further south to Thebes, we encounter the Ramesseum of Rameses II. This colossal mortuary temple showcases remarkable architectural prowess while honoring one of Egypt's most revered pharaohs. Its towering columns and elaborate reliefs transport visitors back in time. Venturing beyond Egypt's borders, we find ourselves in Agra, Uttar Pradesh in India - home to the iconic Taj Mahal. Built as a mausoleum for Emperor Shah Jahan's beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, this white marble masterpiece is an eternal symbol of love and devotion. Delving into artistry inspired by mortality takes us to Charles Meryon's haunting etching titled "La morgue" or "The Mortuary. " Created in 1854 Paris, it captures both fascination and unease surrounding death during that era. Continuing our exploration across continents brings us face-to-face with Rome's Pyramid tomb of Cestius - an enigmatic structure blending Egyptian influence with Roman architecture. Its presence amidst modern surroundings serves as a reminder of Rome's rich historical tapestry.