Gold Of The Pharaohs
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
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When the treasures of ancient Egypt's most powerful rulers were brought to light, the world held its breath — Gold of the Pharaohs invites readers into that breathtaking moment, chronicling the magnificent golden artefacts and royal regalia of ancient Egypt's most powerful dynasties. Authored by Colin A. Hope and produced in conjunction with an exhibition provided by the Egyptian Antiquities Organisation, this authoritative catalogue presents a dazzling survey of funerary jewellery, sacred objects, and ceremonial wealth that defined the divine status of the pharaohs across millennia. Set against the sweeping backdrop of the Nile civilisation, the work details the archaeological discoveries and cultural significance of each piece, situating them within the broader religious and political frameworks of ancient Egyptian society. Hope's scholarship illuminates the intersection of artistry and theology, arguing that gold — imperishable and sun-like — was not merely a symbol of wealth but the very flesh of the gods made manifest on earth. The text combines rigorous academic analysis with an accessible, richly descriptive voice, making it an indispensable resource for both scholars of Egyptology and the curious general reader. Produced for the Museum of Victoria by the International Cultural Corporation of Australia Limited, this volume stands as a landmark document of one of the most celebrated travelling exhibitions of ancient Egyptian treasures — leaving one to wonder just how many secrets these golden objects still conceal.
Author: Colin A. Hope
Format: Paperback
Genre: Ancient history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
When the treasures of ancient Egypt's most powerful rulers were brought to light, the world held its breath — Gold of the Pharaohs invites readers into that breathtaking moment, chronicling the magnificent golden artefacts and royal regalia of ancient Egypt's most powerful dynasties. Authored by Colin A. Hope and produced in conjunction with an exhibition provided by the Egyptian Antiquities Organisation, this authoritative catalogue presents a dazzling survey of funerary jewellery, sacred objects, and ceremonial wealth that defined the divine status of the pharaohs across millennia. Set against the sweeping backdrop of the Nile civilisation, the work details the archaeological discoveries and cultural significance of each piece, situating them within the broader religious and political frameworks of ancient Egyptian society. Hope's scholarship illuminates the intersection of artistry and theology, arguing that gold — imperishable and sun-like — was not merely a symbol of wealth but the very flesh of the gods made manifest on earth. The text combines rigorous academic analysis with an accessible, richly descriptive voice, making it an indispensable resource for both scholars of Egyptology and the curious general reader. Produced for the Museum of Victoria by the International Cultural Corporation of Australia Limited, this volume stands as a landmark document of one of the most celebrated travelling exhibitions of ancient Egyptian treasures — leaving one to wonder just how many secrets these golden objects still conceal.