Wonderful Things Art

The Ashmolean Museum in Oxford holds a striking fragment of wall painting from the so-called Tomb of the Dancers, discovered at Dra Abu el Naga, part of the Theban necropolis in Egypt. Dating to Dynasty 17, during the Second Intermediate Period (c. 1630–1550 BC), the scene depicts a group of women mid-dance, arms raised, fingers snapping in rhythm. It likely formed part of a festival or ceremonial performance honouring Hathor, the goddess of music, dance, joy, and fertility.

Discover the story behind Natalie Watson’s reproduction of Lady Tjepu from Tomb TT181, an 18th Dynasty masterpiece from ancient Egypt. This article explores the original artwork’s context, symbolism, and stylistic details, highlighting its historical and artistic significance. Ideal for readers interested in Egyptian tomb art, archaeological reconstruction, and the visual culture of the reign of Amenhotep III.

Reproduction of a relief showing Thoth’s baboons offering wedjat eyes to Khepri, the scarab deity of the rising sun and cosmic renewal.