1. Ancient Egypt  Egypt was not well understood until modern Europe rediscovers it at the end of 18 th century.  1799-Rosetta Stone is discovered! The same writing in Greek, Demotic (Late Egyptian) and hieroglyphics “ Concerning Egypt…there is no country that possesses so many wonders, nor that has such a number of works that defy description…they are religious to excess, far beyond any other race or men.” Herodotus (Greek historian)

2. Ancient Egypt tomb for a Pharaoh –God King 3 pyramids were made to honor the Sun God whose object was a pyramidal stone Kufru is the oldest and largest..it is almost solid limestone Polished limestone used to cover the whole surface, making it shine in the sunlight Each side faces the directions of the compass Unfortunately the huge pyramids advertised their treasure and were soon robbed. Great Pyramids of Gizeh: Menkaure, Khafre, Khufu circa 2600-2475 BCE

3. Egyptian Statue  An image of the deceased could serve as a home for the “Ka” should the mummy be destroyed  Pharaoh and his Queen-her arm around him.  TRADITIONAL POSE: arms at sides, hands in fists, one foot forward, unnatural weight looking forward: FRONTAL Menkaure and His Queen 2548-2530 BCE 4 feet 67/8 inches

4. King Tutankhamen Death Mask-1325 BCE Gold, lapis and stones  Covering the head and shoulders -solid gold death mask.  the head-dress of striped gold interspersed with lapis lazuli.  false beard of the gods; and a broad, intricately-decorated collar  Forehead- gods who protect the Pharaoh:  vulture, symbol of Upper Egypt -cobra who spits at the Pharaoh's enemies, while also representing Lower Egypt, guides the deceased Pharaoh on his journey through the underworld.spits Death Mask of Tutankhamen 1325 BCE