Stèle met hiërogliefen, gevonden bij het Serapeum te Memphis 1852 - 1857

This photograph by Charles Marville, taken between 1852 and 1857, depicts an ancient Egyptian stele covered in hieroglyphs. The stele, discovered at the Serapeum in Memphis, is a testament to the enduring legacy of ancient Egypt. Marville's photograph, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, captures the intricate detail of the hieroglyphs, offering a glimpse into a lost civilization and its unique form of writing. The photograph is an important historical document, preserving the stele's appearance for future generations to study and admire.