Prisse Davennes Collection

Water carrier, 1840-1879. Creator: Emile Prisse D'Avennes
Water carrier, 1840-1879

Column from Luxor, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Column from Luxor, Egypt, (1928). Papyrus composite column with a sand-stone bud capital...from that part of the temple at Luxor built by Amenophis III...1411-1375 B.C. After Prisse D Avennes

Ptolemaic capital, Edfu, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Ptolemaic capital, Edfu, Egypt, (1928). Spreading capital with open blossom of Nymphaea lotus from the Temple of Horus, Edfu. The edifice was begun 237 B.C

Column from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Column from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Papyrus composite column with bud capital...from the " promenoir"..in Karnak...the eastern part of the great Temple of Amun

Bouquet capital, Thebes, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Bouquet capital, Thebes, Egypt, (1928). So-called bouquet capitals (papyrus clusters, lilies, nymphaea) as depicted on wall paintings

Ptolemaic-Roman capital from Philae, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Ptolemaic-Roman capital from Philae, Egypt, (1928). Lily capital from Philae, Ptolemaic or Roman period. After Prisse d Avennes

Capital from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Capital from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Spreading papyrus cluster capital...From the middle aisle of the great columned hall of the great Temple of Amun at Karnak; bears the cartouche of Rameses

Column, Zawijet el Metin, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Column, Zawijet el Metin, Egypt, (1928)....composite column of Nymphaea lotus the capital of which is formed of an open calyx...2400-2300 B.C

Capital from Philae, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Capital from Philae, Egypt, (1928). Palm column from Philae, probably from the time of Augustus (31 B.C. - 14 A.D.) or of Tiberius (14-37 A.D.) After Prisse d Avennes

Pilaster from the Amun-Re Temple of Amenophis III at Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Pilaster from the Amun-Re Temple of Amenophis III at Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Amenophis III is represented doing homage to the goddess Hathor...1411-1375 B.C

Detail of ceiling painting in the tomb of Aichesi, Thebes, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Detail of ceiling painting in the tomb of Aichesi, Thebes, Egypt, (1928). 1120 B.C. After Prisse D Avennes. Plate XIII, fig 38

Vulture ceiling decorations, Philae, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Vulture ceiling decorations, Philae, Egypt, (1928). 370 B.C. And 3rd Century B.C. The upper condor comes from the ceiling of the portal of the Temple of Isis at Philae

Detail of ceiling painting in the tomb of Bekenranef at Sakkara, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Detail of ceiling painting in the tomb of Bekenranef at Sakkara, Egypt, (1928). End of 8th Century B.C...Bekenranef (Bocchoris) is the only sovereign of the XXIV Dynasty (718-712 B.C.)

Nizamior, regular troops of the Turkish army at Kanka, Egypt, 1848. Artist: Mouilleron
Nizamior, regular troops of the Turkish army at Kanka, Egypt, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Egyptian dancing girls performing the Ghawazi at Rosetta, Egypt, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

The Ababda, nomads of the eastern Thebaid Desert, 1848. Artist: Freeman
The Ababda, nomads of the eastern Thebaid Desert, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Kafila with a camel bearing a hodesh, 1848. Artist: Lehnert
Kafila with a camel bearing a hodesh, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

A Mahazi and a Soualeh Bedouin, 1848. Artist: Charles Bour
A Mahazi and a Soualeh Bedouin, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Abyssinian priest and warrior, 1848. Artist: Lemoine
Abyssinian priest and warrior, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

An Arab sheikh smoking, 1848. Artist: Saint Germain
An Arab sheikh smoking, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Fellah man and woman, 1848. Artist: Mouilleron
Fellah man and woman, 1848. A fellah is a peasant farmer or agricultural labourer in Egypt and the Middle East. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Fellah woman and child, 1848. Artist: Charles Bour
Fellah woman and child, 1848. A fellah is a peasant farmer or agricultural labourer in Egypt and the Middle East. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Peasant dwellings in Upper Egypt, 1848. Artist: Eugene Leroux
Peasant dwellings in Upper Egypt, 1848. From The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes

Arnaout and Osmanli soldiers in Alexandria, Egypt, 1848. Artist: Mouilleron
Arnaout and Osmanli soldiers in Alexandria, Egypt, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes, 1848

Abyssinian warriors, 1848. Artist: Eugene Leroux
Abyssinian warriors, 1848. Illustration from The Valley of the Nile by Emile Prisse d Avennes, 1848

Fellah, c1825-1875. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
Fellah, c1825-1875. Fellah is a peasant, farmer or agricultural laborer in the Middle East. Found in the collection of the Schuster Gallery

A Boat on the Nile, Luxor, Egypt, 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
A Boat on the Nile, Luxor, Egypt, 19th century. From the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

House of Beyt El-Tcheleby, 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
House of Beyt El-Tcheleby, 19th century. Found in the collection of the La Bibliotheque nationale de France, Paris

Bedouin and Camel, 1830. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
Bedouin and Camel, 1830. Found in the collection of the The Victoria and Albert Museum, London

The Sphinx, 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
The Sphinx, 19th century. Found in the collection of the La Bibliotheque nationale de France, Paris

Khosne Ahmed el-Bordeyny, 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
Khosne Ahmed el-Bordeyny, 19th century

A Boat on the Nile, Egypt, 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
A Boat on the Nile, Egypt, 19th century. Private Collection

Veiled Egyptian Woman, mid 19th century. Artist: Emile Prisse D Avennes
Veiled Egyptian Woman, mid 19th century. Found in the Searight Collection, Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Egyptian civilization, Reproduction of relief of Ramesseum at ancient Thebes
Egyptian civilization - Reproduction of a relief of the Ramesseum at ancient Thebes, depicting the battle of Ramses against the Kheta at Kadesh on the Orontes River

Egyptian civilization, Reproduction of fresco at ancient Thebes, depicting standing Ramses III
Egyptian civilization - Reproduction of a fresco at ancient Thebes, depicting a standing Ramses III. Engraving from the Atlas by Emile Prisse d Avennes (1807-1879), 1878

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"Unveiling the Ancient Beauty: A Glimpse into Prisse Davennes' Egyptian Masterpieces" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of ancient Egypt through the lens of Prisse Davennes. This collection, captured in 1928 by an unknown creator, transports us to Luxor, Edfu, Karnak, Thebes, Philae, Zawijet el Metin and beyond. In Luxor's column lies a story waiting to be unraveled. Its intricate carvings whisper tales of pharaohs and gods that once ruled this land. As we move on to Edfu's Ptolemaic capital, we witness the grandeur that adorned these architectural marvels centuries ago. Karnak reveals its secrets through another column; its imposing presence stands as a testament to Egypt's rich history. Bouquet capital from Thebes adds a touch of elegance with delicate floral motifs adorning its surface. The fusion of Ptolemaic-Roman influences is showcased in Philae's capital - a reminder of how cultures intertwined during this era. Another awe-inspiring creation emerges from Karnak; its intricacies leave us mesmerized by the craftsmanship of ancient artisans. Zawijet el Metin takes us deeper into Egypt's past with an enigmatic column that holds untold stories within its weathered facade. Philae unveils yet another masterpiece with vulture ceiling decorations symbolizing protection and divinity. As our journey continues, we are greeted by the vivid colors adorning ceilings inside tombs at Thebes and Sakkara. These paintings depict scenes from daily life and religious rituals - a glimpse into the beliefs held dear by those who have long since passed away. Prisse Davennes' photographs capture not only these remarkable structures but also evoke curiosity about their creators - individuals whose names may forever remain unknown but whose legacy lives on through their artistry.