The Pyramids of El Geezeh, from the Southwest 1857

Francis Frith, a renowned photographer known for his landscape photography, captured the Pyramids of Giza in this 1857 photograph. This image showcases the grandeur of the ancient Egyptian pyramids, three of which are prominently displayed in the background, and the vastness of the desert landscape. The foreground features several figures and an animal, adding a sense of scale and emphasizing the monumental nature of the pyramids. This captivating image is a testament to the enduring power of these ancient structures and Frith’s ability to capture their magnificence.