Ramesses II in his War Chariot (Battle of Kadesh)
This relief from the Great Temple of Abu Simbel is one of many in the Great Hypostyle Hall glorifying Ramesses II's military achievements
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Wonderful Things Art
Contemporary Reproductions of Ancient Egyptian Art
DISCOVER WONDERFUL THINGS
“...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.”
HOWARD CARTER, ON OPENING THE TOMB OF TUTANKHAMUN
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Natalie Watson
Aug 19
Tutankhamun and Ankhesenamun Amongst the Vines
Discover the artistry of Tutankhamun's casket, highlighting Amarna style, royal symbols, and ancient Egyptian craftsmanship.
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Natalie Watson
Aug 10
Tutankhamun and Ankhesenamun: The Perfume Pouring Scene from the Naos Shrine
A reproduction of a scene from Tutankhamun's Naos Shrine showing him pouring perfume into the hands of his wife and sister Ankhesenamun
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Natalie Watson
Apr 25
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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Natalie Watson
Jan 21
Heartwarming Family Moments: Inherkhau and His Grandchildren
In this lively fresco, Ancient Egyptian grandparents share a tender family moment with their grandchildren who are playing with birds.
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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
Nov 21, 2023
Exploring the Greenfield Papyrus: An Insight into the Creation of the World in Ancient Egypt
Reproduction of a vignette from the Greenfield Papyrus showing Nut, the sky goddess, and Geb, the earth god at the beginning of time.
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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 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
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
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 1, 2022
The God Iah-Thoth Receiving the Wadjet (Stela of Neferrenpet and Huynefret)
Reproduction of an illustration from a stone stela Cat 1592 (Turin N 50046) praising the healing power of the god Iah-Thoth.
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Natalie Watson
Oct 14, 2021
The Weighing of the Heart, Book of the Dead (Chapter 30B)
The Papyrus of Ani dating from c. 1250 BC depicts the moment when a man was judged before the gods to enable entry to the afterlife.
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Natalie Watson
Sep 19, 2021
Stela of Kay, Head of the Desert Hunters
Reproduction of the Stela of Kay, showing the ancient Egyptian Head of the Desert Hunters with his five hunting dogs.
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