Proseynème scellé dans le second Pylone du Temple d'Isis, à Philae 1850

This 1850 photograph, taken by Maxime Du Camp, captures a "Proseynème scellé" within the second pylon of the Temple of Isis at Philae. The photograph, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City, showcases the temple's intricate details, including the carved stone, the arched doorway, and the scattered remnants of the structure. The image provides a glimpse into the rich history of ancient Egyptian architecture and the impact of time on these monumental structures. Du Camp's work, often celebrated for its documentary style and its focus on archaeological sites, captures the grandeur and vulnerability of these historic places.