North African Collection (#88)

WORLD WAR I: FRENCH POSTER. French poster, 1917, depicting soldiers in various African uniforms and the colonies, who fought for France in World War I

SALADIN (1138-1193). Sultan of Egypt and Syria. Woodcut, French, 1584

PTOLEMY I (364?-283? B. C. ). Called Ptolemy Soter. King of Egypt (323-285 B. C. )
PTOLEMY I (364?-283? B.C.). Called Ptolemy Soter. King of Egypt (323-285 B.C.) and founder of Macedonian dynasty. Drawing, late 19th century

MUHAMMAD ALI PASHA (1769-1849) entering the Ciatadel at Cairo: lithograph, French, 19th century

MEHEMET ALI (1769-1849). Pasha of Egypt. Oil on canvas, 1841, by Louis-Charles-Auguste Couder (1790-1873)

NAPOLEON IN EGYPT, 1799. French troops under Napoleon Bonaparte engaged in battle at Aboukir (or Abu Qir), Egypt, 25 July 1799. Lithograph, French, early 19th century

NAPOLEON IN EGYPT, 1798. French troops under Napoleon Bonaparte (right) cope with harsh desert conditions during their invasion of Egypt, 1798. Lithograph, French, early 19th century

NAPOLEON I AT ALEXANDRIA. The arrival of Napoleon I and his troops at Alexandria, Egypt, in 1798: lithograph, French, early 19th century

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE. Title page of the vocal score of The Magic Flute, published at Leipzig

ISMAIL PASHA (1830-1895). Khedive of Egypt, 1863-1879. Original carte-de-visite photograph, c1870

CLARA LOUISE KELLOGG (1842-1914). American dramatic soprano. Photographed in the role of Aida, c1876

EPAMINONDAS (c410-362 BC). Theban general and statesman. Epaminondas saves the life of his friend Pelopidas at the Battle of Mantineia, 385 B.C. Drawing, c1900

ANTONY & CLEOPATRA. Meeting on the River Cygnus. Engraving, 1887, after a painting by Lawrence Alma-Tadema

ANTONY & CLEOPATRA. Oil on canvas, c1750, by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo (1696-1770)

BENJAMIN DISRAELI CARTOON. Cartoon, 1875, by John Tenniel inspired by Disraeli s
BENJAMIN DISRAELI CARTOON. Cartoon, 1875, by John Tenniel inspired by Disraelis purchase for Britain of the Egyptian Khedives interest in the Suez canal and, of course, Disraelis Jewish ancestry

CLEOPATRAs BANQUET. By Giambattista Tiepolo. Fresco, c1747-50

DEATH OF CLEOPATRA. Oil on canvas by Sebastiano Mazzoni, 17th century

ST. AUGUSTINE (354-430). Bishop of Hippo and Doctor of Catholic Church. Fresco, 7th century, in the Sancta Santorum of the Lateran Palace, Rome, Italy

HOWARD CARTER (1873-1939). English archaeologist. Lady Evelyn Herbert, her father Lord Carnarvon, Howard Carter and A.R. Callender at the entrance to the tomb of King Tutankhamen in the Valley of

MOSES RECEIVING THE LAW. Moses receiving the Tablets of the Law. Woodcut, Venetian, 1506

FLIGHT INTO EGYPT. Oil on velvet, anonymous American, c1830

PHARAOHs DREAM. Joseph interpreting Pharaohs dream. Oil on canvas by Jean Adrien Guignet, 1848

RUBENS: ISRAELITES, c1625-28. The Israelites Gathering Manna in the Desert. Oil on canvas by Peter Paul Rubens, c1625-28

GOLDEN HAGGADAH: MOSES. Moses burying an Egyptian who beat a Hebrew: illumination from the Golden Haggadah, Spain, 1320-30

MOSES ON MOUNT SINAI. Woodcut from Libro de divina lege, Venice, Italy, 1486

EXODUS: PASSOVER. The Passover and the Slaying of the Firstborn (Exodus 12: 21-29): French manuscript, c1250

JOSEPH & WIFE OF POTIPHAR. Potiphar and his wife, holding Josephs mantle, watch Joseph being cast into prison (Genesis 39: 12-29). Woodcut from the Cologne Bible, 1478-80

MOSES & TABLETS. Moses receives the Tablets of the Law: French manuscript illumination, c1250-1275

CHILD MOSES IN NILE. The finding of the child Moses in the Nile. Illumination from the Golden Haggadah, Spain, 1320-30

HIDING OF INFANT MOSES. Yohevet hides her infant son, Moses (Exodus 2: 1-3). French manuscript illumination, c1250

THE PLAGUE OF FROGS. Illumination from the Golden Haggadah, Spain, 1320-30

THE PLAGUE OF PESTILENCE. Illumination from the Golden Haggadah, Spain, 1320-30

MOSES STRIKES ROCK. Moses smites water from rock in Horeb (Exodus 17: 3-6). French manuscript illumination, c1250

PASSAGE OF THE RED SEA. Moses leading the Israelites across the Red Sea. German woodcut, c1530, by Erhard Schoen

PLAGUE OF FROGS. The Second Plague; on the left, Moses is receiving instructions from the Lord and passing them in to Aaron. On the right, frogs everywhere (Exodus viii: 1-13)

EXODUS: BLOOD PLAGUE. The water turned to blood (Exodus 7: 20-22). French manuscript illumination, c1250

MOSES & PLAGUE. The Final Plagues: Darkness and Slaughter of the Firstborn (Exodus 10: 21-23 and 11: 1-10). Woodcut from the Cologne Bible of 1478-80

PLAGUE OF BOILS AND BLAINS. Moses is directed to take handfuls of ashes of the furnace and sprinkle them toward heaven, thereby producing boils and blains upon man and beast (Exodus 9: 8-12)

PLAGUE OF FLIES. The Plague of Flies (Exodus 8: 20-24). Woodcut from the Cologne Bible of 1478-80

EXODUS: MOSES. Moses with the Tablets of the Law and his rod in an illumination from a late 13th century French Latin Bible

BURIAL OF aRON. The burial of Aaron, brother of Moses, on Mount Hor (Numbers 20: 22-29). Woodcut from the Cologne Bible, 1478-80

aRONs STAFF TRANSFORMS. Aarons staff becomes a serpent, which swallows the other serpents created by Eqyptian magicians, while Moses (right) turns the waters into blood. (Exodus 7: 8-25)

YOHEVET HIDING MOSES. Yohevet places her infant, Moses, into an ark of bulrushes upon the waters of the Nile River, where he is found by Pharaohs daughter (Exodus 2: 1-10)

CORN IN EGYPT. There is corn in Egypt (Genesis 42: 6-20): French ms. illumination, c1250
CORN IN EGYPT. There is corn in Egypt (Genesis 42:6-20): French ms. illumination, c1250

WISE MEN. Pharoah in vain consults the wise men of Egypt (Genesis 41: 8)
WISE MEN. Pharoah in vain consults the wise men of Egypt (Genesis 41:8). French manuscript illumination, c1250

EXODUS: MOSES. Moses holding the tablets on Sinai: illumination from the Sarajevo Haggadah, late 14th century

JOSEPH & WIFE OF POTIPHAR. Joseph is cast into prison owing to the evil report of Potiphars wife (Genesis 40: 9-17). French manuscript illumination, c1250

MOSES BEFORE PHAROAH. Illumination from Syriac Bible of Paris, 6th-7th century A. D
MOSES BEFORE PHAROAH. Illumination from Syriac Bible of Paris, 6th-7th century A.D

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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Tapestry of North Africa" From ancient Coptic art to breathtaking landscapes, North Africa is a treasure trove of history and natural wonders. In Egypt, the 7th-century painting on wood showcases the intricate beauty of Coptic art, depicting Christ and Abbot Mena with remarkable detail. Moving forward in time, we encounter Saint John Climacus at the top rung of his Ladder of Heavenly Ascent in a late 12th-century icon. This depiction highlights the spiritual significance that Mount Sinai held for this revered abbot. Venturing outside Egypt's borders, we find ourselves captivated by a bas-relief of the Goddess Sekhmet at the Temple of Seti I in Abydos. This awe-inspiring artwork serves as a testament to ancient Egyptian mythology and their reverence for powerful deities. Shifting gears to more contemporary imagery, an American cartoon from 1882 portrays England as an octopus-like figure symbolizing imperialism. The Devilfish in Egyptian Waters reminds us of historical tensions between nations and their quest for dominance across continents. Nature's marvels also grace this diverse region. Goats perched upon trees in Morocco showcase nature's ingenuity while adding charm to its picturesque landscapes. Meanwhile, Marrakech's Jardin Majorelle offers respite amidst vibrant flora and tranquil blue hues. For those seeking luxury accommodations with historical significance, Mena House Hotel stands tall against Giza's backdrop near Cairo. Its timeless elegance has welcomed guests since its inception. Egypt continues to mesmerize with statues like Ramses II seated proudly within Luxor Temple's Court—a testament to pharaohs' grandeur eternally preserved through stone craftsmanship. As day turns into dusk over Cairo's horizon, witnessing all three Great Pyramids basking in sunset hues becomes an unforgettable sight—an experience that connects us directly with ancient civilizations' architectural prowess.