Egyptian Collection of the Hermitage Museum

The Egyptian Collection of the Hermitage is a large exhibition on the ground floor of the Winter Palace displaying over 7,500 objects from ancient Egypt. The pieces range from jewelry and statues to papyrus documents and reveal different sides of Egyptian civilization.

The collection started in 1852 when the museum acquired statuettes from Countess Alexandra Lavalle, previously kept in her mansion on English Embankment. Over time, more objects were added, making it grow into one of Europe's major exhibitions of ancient Egyptian culture.

The display includes mummies, coffins, and religious objects that reveal how ancient Egyptians honored their dead and which deities mattered most to them. These pieces tell the story of beliefs and rituals that shaped daily life.

The gallery is on the ground floor directly beneath Saint George's Hall and serves as a passage to other ancient collections. It is easy to reach, and signage throughout the palace helps visitors navigate the different galleries.

A fragment of a peace treaty tablet between Egypt and the Hittites from the time of Ramses II is part of the display and shows a major ancient peace agreement. This rare object shows the political connections between great civilizations of that era.

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Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:54