Drie grafmonumenten van hout in het Boulaq Museum in Caïro, Egypte before 1871

"Drie grafmonumenten van hout in het Boulaq Museum in Caïro, Egypte" is a photograph by Hippolyte Délié, taken before 1871, showcasing three wooden tombstones from the Boulaq Museum in Cairo, Egypt. The photograph captures the intricate details of the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs carved into the tombstones, providing a glimpse into the funerary practices and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians. These artifacts offer valuable insights into the history and culture of ancient Egypt, and are examples of early photography capturing archaeological discoveries. This photograph is a valuable historical record of these ancient Egyptian artifacts, documenting their state before they were potentially moved or lost.