
Flexible Bracelet of Tutankhamun
Howard Carter, who discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922, called this type of bracelet a “wristband,” because it is composed of rows of barrel-shaped beads that make the bracelet …
Ancient Egypt art culture and history
Howard Carter, who discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922, called this type of bracelet a “wristband,” because it is composed of rows of barrel-shaped beads that make the bracelet …
This jewel was discovered in a cartouche-shaped box that was found on the floor of the treasury and likely worn during Tutankhamun’s life. Pectorals attached to necklaces and decorated with …
This colossal statue of Amenhotep III and Tiye is a group statue of Egyptian King Amenhotep III, his Royal Wife Tiye, and three of their daughters. It is the largest …
The braided beard and the flat cap with remnants of double plumes identify this god as Amun. His small eyes are separated by a curved depression from the rounded brow …
This is one of two statues that stood at the entrance of the burial chamber, as though guarding it. King Tut is wearing the khat headdress and in one hand …
This statuette, cast in solid gold, is an extremely rare example of the statuary made of precious materials that, according to ancient descriptions, filled the sanctuaries of temples. The figure …
A fine limestone statue of king Amenhotep II depicted in the form of the god Ptah-Tatenen from Karnak Cachette. Tatenen (or Tanen) was the god of the primordial mound in …
The deceased Kha and his wife Merit worship Osiris, Lord of the Underworld and Judge of the Dead. A detail of a vignette from the Book of the Dead of …