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These ancient Egyptian artifacts bear witness to a civilization that revered the afterlife, celebrated its rulers, and sought to harmonize human existence with the divine. They illuminate the profound spiritual beliefs, artistic excellence, and engineering feats of an extraordinary people.
The Met's collection of ancient Egyptian art consists of approximately 30,000 objects of artistic, historical, and cultural importance, dating from the Paleolithic to the Roman period (ca. 300,000 B.C.–A.D. 4th century).
Here are 14 objects that were familiar parts of everyday life in ancient Egypt. 1. Chalice. The Lotiform Chalice, on exhibit in The Met museum in New York City, is decorated with horizontal...
Egyptian art and architecture, the architectural monuments, sculptures, paintings, and applied crafts of ancient Egypt. Some of the most well-known examples include the pyramids of Giza, Tutankhamun’s funerary mask, and the sculpture bust of Queen Nefertiti.
Ancient Egyptian art refers to art produced in ancient Egypt between the 6th millennium BC and the 4th century AD, spanning from Prehistoric Egypt until the Christianization of Roman Egypt. It includes paintings, sculptures, drawings on papyrus, faience, jewelry, ivories, architecture, and other art media. It was a conservative tradition whose ...
Explore the fascinating history of Egypt. Some of the British Museum's best-known collection items come from Egypt, each with their own unique story. The Rosetta Stone is one of the most visited objects in the Museum and is equally popular online.
Ancient Egyptian artifacts, ranging from sculptures to inscriptions, offer a captivating glimpse into the rich history and culture of one of the world’s most fascinating civilizations.
From the sky-scraping pyramids to the fantastic sphinx that sits as a gatekeeper to the tombs of the pharaohs, ancient Egyptian architecture and sculpture is iconic. However, there is much more to this art than these awe-inspiring monuments.
Take this tour to discover examples of Egyptian art and architecture. From 2551 BCE to 196 BCE Egypt produced remarkable and beautiful structures and artefacts that are still admired today.
The artworks of ancient Egypt have fascinated people for thousands of years. The early Greek and later Roman artists were influenced by Egyptian techniques and their art would inspire those of other cultures up to the present day.