Museums in England recommend against using the term “mummy”
Museums in England are recommending against using the word “mummy” to refer to embalmed bodies, particularly those of ancient Egyptians. Institutions such as the British Museum in London believe that using this term detracts from the humanity of the...Read more
The Discovery of Mummified Crocodiles in an Egyptian Tomb
The tomb, called Qubbet el-Hawa, is located on the west bank of the Nile, opposite Aswan, at the first cataract of the river. During both the Old and Middle Kingdoms, Qubbet el-Hawa served as the final resting place for Elephantine’s governors, nobles, and...Read more
The jewels of the ancient Egyptians: More than just an ornament
Men and women in ancient Egypt wore all kinds of amulets that protected them in both earthly life and the afterlife. Jewelry played a fundamental role in the daily life and funeral customs of the ancient Egyptians. Pharaohs and their relatives, the clergy, nobles, and...Read more
Eternal Majesty: Khafre Enthroned
Khafre Enthroned, also known as the Seated Statue of Khafre, is a sculpture dating from approximately 2,550 BC to 2,480 BC, belonging to ancient Egyptian art. Specifically, it was sculpted during the period corresponding to the Fourth dynasty of Ancient Egypt. It is...Read more