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Deep in the abysmal, rocky contours of modern-day Luxor’s western bank, a collection of dry beds host the Wadi Bidan el-Muluk, otherwise known as the Valley of the Kings (Hawass 9). Here, Ancient Egyptian workers had toiled through scorching desert heat to create a series of tombs that would house the physical bodies of their pharaohs. The choice of isolation for this complex of wadis, their towering and mammoth architecture, as well as the detailed, colorful decoration depict the significance of the tombs to the Ancient Egyptians. Built during Ancient Egypt’s New Kingdom, there are 63 known tombs, most housing the bodies and possessions of renowned pharaohs and god-kings (Hawass 24). With every new archaeological discovery and breakthrough …show more content…
In 1922, archaeologist Howard Carter unveiled King Tutankhamen’s tomb in its entirety, hidden from any pervious tomb raiders and thieves (Reeves and Wilkinson 86). The hidden tomb was left intact, and Carter’s discovery revealed the riches and artifacts of an ancient civilization. As Reeves and Wilkinson explains, “Because of this vast show of wealth, 70 years after the discovery Tutankhamen remains the valley’s most famous son” (8). Since then, the mainstream world and media has been thrust into a period of Egyptomania that lives on today. The Valley of the Kings has captured the imagination of millions of people, resulting in dramatized Hollywood mummy blockbusters and King Tut best sellers. These fictional pieces, many stemmed from Howard Carter’s discovery in 1922, have no doubt enraptured the minds of the masses, as well as brought revenue to the entertainment industry. For example, Universal Studios released a series of horror movies, collectively called “The Mummy” franchise. The four movies, released over a span of nine years, made a total gross profit of $1,415.4 million worldwide (“The Mummy”). “The Mummy” Franchise is only one of the many Ancient Egyptian based movies and books that have boosted the entertainment industry. Furthermore, the Valley of the Kings provides significant insights to Ancient Egypt. It has provided us with more knowledge about renowned pharaohs, such as Ramses II, Hatshepsut, Thutmose, etc. who have had large impacts on Ancient Egypt (Drower). Within the tombs, archaeologists have also discovered religious texts, such as the Book of Day, Book of Night, Book of the Heavenly Cow, etc. that depict the pharaohs’ journey through the afterlife (Hawass 68). Discovered artifacts, every-day possessions of pharaohs (such as clothing and beds), food and drink,
In this essay, the author
- Opines that the valley of the kings should be the museum's next main exhibit because it remains the most important and insightful look into the life, culture, and religion of ancient egyptians.
- Explains that the valley of the kings has a rich history, but its modern-day contributions include advancements of our knowledge of ancient egypt, and positive economic effects.
- Explains that the valley of the kings is rich in the history and culture of ancient egypt.
- Opines that the valley of the kings should be the museum's next main exhibit because it remains the most important and insightful look into the life, culture, and religion of ancient egyptians.
- Explains that the valley of the kings has a rich history, but its modern-day contributions include advancements of our knowledge of ancient egypt, and positive economic effects.
- Explains that the valley of the kings is rich in the history and culture of ancient egypt.
- Argues that the valley of the kings is deteriorating due to previous tomb raiders, natural decay, and the ignorance and overuse of tourists.
- Opines that the valley of the kings should be the museum's main exhibit, not only for its history and modern day contributions, but to promote public awareness.
- Analyzes hawass, zahi a., and sandro vannini's the royal tombs of egypt: the art of thebes revealed
- Opines that weeks, kent r., and nigel j. hetherington, "the valley of the kings, luxor, egypt site."
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1255 wordsRead More - Nebamun Hunting in the Marshesanalytical essayThe Metropolitan Museum of Art. ‘Egyptian Art’, The Metropolitan Museum of Art Egyptian Art. New Series, Vol. 41, No. 3, Egyptian Art (Winter, 1983-1984): pp. 1+3-56
In this essay, the author
- Analyzes how the depiction of nebamun hunting in the marshes dates to the late 18th dynasty.
- Analyzes how teeter depicts nebamun on a papyrus skiff, with his wife, hatshepsut, and their young daughter.
- Explains that the marsh nebamun is hunting in is full of life. the lotus flower is a symbol of fertility and rebirth in ancient egypt.
- Analyzes how the depiction of nebamun hunting in the marshes dates to the late 18th dynasty.
- Analyzes how teeter depicts nebamun on a papyrus skiff, with his wife, hatshepsut, and their young daughter.
- Explains that the marsh nebamun is hunting in is full of life. the lotus flower is a symbol of fertility and rebirth in ancient egypt.
- Analyzes how nebamun intended for his paintings to make him appear incredibly important in the afterlife.
- Explains eckenstein, l. and fischer, h. organology and iconography of ancient egypt and the renaissance.
- Explains that scott, n., the daily life of the ancient egyptians, and teeter, e. egyptian art.
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