Tomb of Sultan Qayt-bay in the Eastern Cemetery, or Tombs of the Caliphs, Cairo, 1472-74, from Egypt and Nubia, Vol.3

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The Tomb of Sultan Qayt-bay, situated in the Eastern Cemetery, also known as the Tombs of the Caliphs in Cairo, Egypt, is a monumental testament to the architectural and cultural heritage of the Mamluk Sultanate. Constructed between 1472 and 1474, this mausoleum stands as one of the most exquisite examples of Mamluk architecture, renowned for its intricate decorative elements, including carved marble, stucco, and wooden features. Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf ad-Din Qaytbay, who ruled the Mamluk Sultanate from 1468 to 1496, commissioned this tomb as part of his extensive patronage of architectural projects, which included numerous mosques, madrasas, and other charitable establishments across Egypt and the Levant.

The tomb's significance extends beyond its architectural beauty, serving as a symbol of the cultural and political zenith of the Mamluk era. The Mamluks, a military caste that seized control of Egypt in 1250, were instrumental in defending the Islamic world against Crusader and Mongol invasions, and their architectural legacy in Cairo and beyond is a testament to their historical importance.

David Roberts, a Scottish painter renowned for his detailed lithographs of Egypt and the Near East, captured the Tomb of Sultan Qayt-bay in his work "Egypt and Nubia, Vol.3." Roberts' lithographs, produced during his travels in the region between 1838 and 1839, offer a valuable visual record of Middle Eastern landscapes and monuments during the 19th century. His depiction of the Tomb of Sultan Qayt-bay stands out for its attention to detail and its ability to convey the architectural splendor of the site, making it an important historical document as well as a piece of art.

The inclusion of the Tomb of Sultan Qayt-bay in Roberts' "Egypt and Nubia" underscores the Western fascination with Orientalism and the growing interest in Egyptology and the study of the Near East during the 19th century. Roberts' works played a significant role in shaping European perceptions of the Middle East and contributed to the burgeoning field of Egyptology.

Today, the Tomb of Sultan Qayt-bay continues to be a site of historical and architectural significance, attracting scholars and tourists alike. Its representation in David Roberts' "Egypt and Nubia, Vol.3" remains a valuable resource for understanding the cultural and historical context of this remarkable monument.

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