The Weighing of Hunefer’s Heart
Explore the stunning vignette from the Book of Going Forth By Day that depicts Hunefer's journey through the Hall of Truth in ancient Egypt.
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Wonderful Things Art
Contemporary Reproductions of Ancient Egyptian Art
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“...as my eyes grew accustomed to the light, details of the room within emerged slowly from the mist, strange animals, statues, and gold - everywhere the glint of gold. For the moment - an eternity it must have seemed to the others standing by - I was struck dumb with amazement, and when Lord Carnarvon, unable to stand the suspense any longer, inquired anxiously, 'Can you see anything?' it was all I could do to get out the words, 'Yes, wonderful things.”
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HOWARD CARTER, ON OPENING THE TOMB OF TUTANKHAMUN
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Natalie Watson
- Feb 17
Antelope in the Desert Valley: Naqada Decorated Ware
Explore ancient Egyptian culture through Naqada II Decorated Ware, showcasing intricate pottery depicting an antelope hunt in the desert
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Natalie Watson
- Jan 5
The Meaning Behind Tutankhamun's Golden Shrine: Isis, Nephthys, and Powerful Spells of Protection
Unlocking the mysteries of Tutankhamun's Golden Shrine: Explore the intricate spells and captivating artistry of Isis and Nephthys.
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Natalie Watson
- Dec 11, 2023
Symbolism in Ancient Egyptian Festivities and Celebrations
Discover the fascinating symbols of celebration in ancient Egyptian art. Uncover the secrets behind perfume cones and floral collars.
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Natalie Watson
- Nov 7, 2023
Reconstructing 'Nebamun Hunting in the Marshes' From Fragments - Restoring Ancient Egypt's Art
Reconstruction of the famous 'Hunting in the Marshes' scene from the Tomb of Nebamun, restoring the full scene from just three fragments.
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Natalie Watson
- Sep 8, 2023
The Wedding Guests: An Intriguing Glimpse into Ancient Egyptian Marriage Customs
Reproduction of a wedding scene from the ancient Egyptian tomb of Ramose (TT55) showing guests in fine linen clothes seated in couples.
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Natalie Watson
- Aug 15, 2023
Recreating The Abydos King List: As Featured on The History of Egypt Podcast!
Find out how the Abydos King List reproduction was commissioned and created for episode 187 of The History of Egypt Podcast
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Natalie Watson
- Jul 24, 2023
The Abydos King List Reconstructed
A new full-colour reproduction and translation of the Abydos King List, a wall relief in the mortuary temple of Seti I, by Natalie Watson
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Natalie Watson
- Jan 15, 2023
The Fascinating Role of Anubis, Isis, and Nephthys in Ancient Egyptian Embalming Practices
The god Anubis acts as the divine embalmer, whilst at the head and foot of Siptah's mummy kneel the sister goddesses Isis and Nephthys
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Natalie Watson
- Nov 6, 2022
Swimming Through the Marsh Bowl: Tilapia Fish and Lotus Flowers
A blue faience bowl with a marsh scene with water, fish and plant motifs that symbolise the themes of fertility, rebirth, and regeneration.
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Natalie Watson
- Nov 1, 2022
The Triad of Memphis: A Glimpse of Ramesses III's Devotion to Ptah, Sekhmet, and Nefertem
Pharoah Ramesses III stands before the holy family of Memphis: Ptah, the patron of craftsmen, his consort Sekhmet, and their child Nefertem
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Natalie Watson
- Oct 24, 2022
The Myth of Nut, Geb, and the Creation of the World
A mythological papyrus illustrating the story of the separation of the sky (goddess Nut) and earth (god Geb) and the creation of the world.
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Natalie Watson
- Oct 19, 2022
Exploring the Fascinating History of Prehistoric Nile Pottery with Hippo Motifs
Reproduction of a prehistoric bowl from the Naqada I period (c. 3850–3650 BC) depicting three stylised hippos in the Nile landscape.
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Natalie Watson
- Sep 15, 2022
Seti I Beneath the Persea Tree
Pharoah Seti I kneels in the shade of a persea tree between the gods Ptah and Re-Horakhty in this relief from the Great Temple of Abydos.
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Natalie Watson
- Aug 29, 2022
Ancient Egyptian Art: A Reading List
Tips for starting out interpreting ancient Egyptian art, including reading hieroglyphics, and understanding symbolism and art styles.
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Natalie Watson
- Jul 24, 2022
Exploring the Symbolism and Mythology of Isis in Tutankhamun's Golden Shrine
The ancient Egyptian goddess Isis with protective wings outstretched, based on a scene on the golden shrine of Tutankhamun dating to 1324 BC
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Natalie Watson
- Jul 14, 2022
Anubis Guarding the Entrance to the Tomb of Pashedu
A reproduction of a painting of the god of the dead Anubis from the Tomb of Pashedu in the worker's village of Deir el-Medina in Egypt
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Natalie Watson
- Jun 21, 2022
The Hidden Meanings Behind Tutankhamun's Burial Chamber Symbols
The wall paintings in the burial chamber of ancient Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun show how the young king journeyed into the afterlife
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Natalie Watson
- May 9, 2022
Inamun Making Offerings to Osiris, God of the Dead (Stela of Inamun Nayesnebu)
The Stela of Inamun Nayesnebu dating to Dynasty 25 depicts the woman giving offerings to the mummified human-headed god Osiris.
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Natalie Watson
- Mar 18, 2022
Symbolism In The Art Of Queen Nefertari’s Tomb
The tomb of Nefertari located in the Valley of the Queens is one of the largest and most lavishly decorated in Egypt’s history.
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