Statue of King Djoser Statue of King Djoser shows Him . And it is a life-size. Also it dates to the 3rd dynasty. And now, it stands in Cairo museum. Statue of King Djoser Discovery Location Archaeologists discovered it carefully hidden. Specifically, it was placed inside a serdab. Notably, the serdab was completely sealed. In...
Mask of Tutankhamun The gold funerary mask of Tutankhamun is an example of the highest artistic and technical achievements of the ancient Egyptians in the New Kingdom. The exact portrayal of the king’s facial features achieved here made it possible for his soul to recognize him and return to his mummified body. Thus ensuring his...
Sandals of Tutankhamun King Tutankhamun would symbolically trample on his enemies when he wore his sandals. This unique sandal are also adorned on the top and bottom by the nine bows, symbols of the traditional enemies of Egypt. This pair of sandals is made of leather and depicts enemies on the soles. Four human figures...
Side-lock of Youth Prince Amunherkhopshef New Kingdom, 20th Dynasty, c. 1186–1155 B.C. Tomb of Amunherkhopshef (QV55), Valley of Queens, West bank, Luxor. Prince Amunherkhopshef was the eldest son (and heir) of Ramesses III and Isis Ta-Hemdjert. The Prince died at approximately 15 years of age, likely during the 30th year of Ramesses’ reign. Photograph by...
Statue of Niankh-pepi This small, wooden standing statue of Niankh-pepi is a unique masterpiece of art, which portrays a porter advancing and carrying a basket on his back. The basket is decorated and fitted with a support used when resting it on the ground. The two white straps are used to hold it over the...