In November 2018, archaeologists uncovered the remarkably preserved tomb of Wahtye, a high-ranking priest who served under king Neferirkare Kakai during Egypt’s Fifth Dynasty, around 2415–2405 B.C. This significant find was documented in the Netflix film “Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb“. Released in 2020, the film captures the emotional journey of the archaeologists, the thrill...
The granulation earrings of Tutankhamun are not just stunning examples of ancient Egyptian craftsmanship; they also provide insight into the material culture and artistic styles of the 18th Dynasty, particularly during the New Kingdom (around 1332-1323 BC). The earrings are particularly notable for their intricate granulation technique, where tiny gold beads are fused together to...
Amid the chaos and turmoil of World War II, as the world was gripped by conflict and uncertainty, a dazzling revelation emerged from the sands of antiquity—a discovery that would captivate archaeologists and historians alike. In 1940, in the remnants of Tanis, an ancient city shrouded in mystery within Egypt’s Nile Delta, French archaeologist Pierre...
This reliquary is notable for its design, with a base adorned with four lion protomes (the head and upper part of the body of the lion). These lion elements reflect the artistic traditions of the period and were likely included for symbolic reasons, as lions were often associated with strength, protection, and royalty in ancient...
Egypt-Museum. February 19th, 2025: This week, archaeologists unveiled a momentous discovery—the long-lost tomb of Thutmose II of Ancient Egypt’s 18th Dynasty. The tomb, belonging to Thutmose II, the fourth pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty and husband of the famed female ruler Hatshepsut, was unearthed by a British-Egyptian team led by Dr. Piers Litherland of Galashiels,...
This djed amulet was discovered in the tomb of Queen Nefertari (QV66) in the Valley of the Queens and dates back to the New Kingdom, specifically the 19th Dynasty (ca. 1279-1213 BC) during the reign of Ramesses II. The amulet measures 5.5 cm in height, 13 cm in length, and 1 cm in width. It...
The statue of Ankhemtenenet is a fascinating piece of Egyptian art from the Third Intermediate Period (around 743-656 BC). It was crafted from red quartzite, a stone prized for its durability and deep red hue, which likely helped preserve its features over millennia. Ankhemtenenet was likely a high-ranking official or a priest, though details about...
This bronze knife features a handle shaped like a papyrus plant, with a figure of Anubis, the ancient Egyptian god of mummification, seated atop it. The blade bears the name of the embalmer, Minmesout, inscribed in hieroglyphs. Such knives were essential tools in the mummification process, used by embalmers to perform the intricate procedures required...
This stele features a low-relief depiction of a seated woman named Iku, positioned on a chair with lion’s legs. In front of her is an offering table adorned with loaves of bread. She is portrayed wearing a long, smooth wig and a close-fitting dress, while holding a flower to her nose. To the right of...
The Stele of Qetesh is a rectangular limestone monument which features a cavetto cornice at the top and is bifacial, with inscriptions and reliefs on both sides. The stele measures approximately 31.5 cm in height and 18.8 cm in width. The central figure is Qetesh, depicted as a frontal nude woman with a Hathoric wig...
