Masterpieces Of Tutankhamun
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Few names in history resonate with as much mystery and splendour as Tutankhamun — the boy pharaoh whose tomb, discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter, unleashed a global obsession with ancient Egypt. Masterpieces of Tutankhamun presents a stunning visual and scholarly journey through the breathtaking treasures unearthed from the young king's burial chamber in the Valley of the Kings, from the iconic golden death mask to exquisitely crafted ceremonial objects, jewellery, and ritual artefacts that illuminate the opulence of the Eighteenth Dynasty. With meticulous introduction and commentaries by Egyptologist David P. Silverman, the work details the cultural, religious, and artistic significance of each piece, grounding these extraordinary objects within the broader context of New Kingdom Egypt. Silverman's authoritative yet accessible prose transforms what could be a mere catalogue into a richly layered meditation on mortality, divine kingship, and the artistic genius of ancient Egyptian civilisation. The book argues compellingly that these are not simply burial goods, but a sophisticated theological statement about the afterlife and royal power. Published by the prestigious Abbeville Press, this volume stands as an enduring reference for scholars and enthusiasts alike — leaving the reader to wonder what further secrets the sands of Egypt may yet conceal.
Author: David P. Silverman
Format: Hardback
Genre: Ancient history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Few names in history resonate with as much mystery and splendour as Tutankhamun — the boy pharaoh whose tomb, discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter, unleashed a global obsession with ancient Egypt. Masterpieces of Tutankhamun presents a stunning visual and scholarly journey through the breathtaking treasures unearthed from the young king's burial chamber in the Valley of the Kings, from the iconic golden death mask to exquisitely crafted ceremonial objects, jewellery, and ritual artefacts that illuminate the opulence of the Eighteenth Dynasty. With meticulous introduction and commentaries by Egyptologist David P. Silverman, the work details the cultural, religious, and artistic significance of each piece, grounding these extraordinary objects within the broader context of New Kingdom Egypt. Silverman's authoritative yet accessible prose transforms what could be a mere catalogue into a richly layered meditation on mortality, divine kingship, and the artistic genius of ancient Egyptian civilisation. The book argues compellingly that these are not simply burial goods, but a sophisticated theological statement about the afterlife and royal power. Published by the prestigious Abbeville Press, this volume stands as an enduring reference for scholars and enthusiasts alike — leaving the reader to wonder what further secrets the sands of Egypt may yet conceal.