Egypt

Exhibition: Lost Kingdoms of the Nile

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Even before the release of Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Arc and The Mummy, Americans had found a place in their hearts for all things Egyptian. The ancient Nubians, whose thrived in North Africa from 6000 B.C. to 350 A.D. were as strong a culture as America today, but they also loved and imitated Egyptian art.

The Carlos Museum’s new exhibit “Lost Kingdoms of the Nile” showcases artifacts from the ancient North African country. Though some objects are peculiar to the Nubians, there are many that show an artistic propensity for Egyptian art. The exhibit also features photos and records of the excavations that brought these objects to light and the turn of the 20th century.

Set in the top floor of the Carlos, the exhibit consists of three large rooms and three side rooms all painted a deep purple. Against this somber backdrop, the many artifacts brighten up the rooms with their vivid colors and fascinating designs.

To the untrained eye, the collection appears at first to be an Egyptian treasure trove. The objects on display include scarab beetles, mummy statuettes and model reconstructions of pyramids. Ancient Egyptians simply had a good deal of aesthetic sway over their neighbors to the south. Each kingdom held political power over the other at some point, and the Nubians were just as fond of Egyptian knock-offs as are Americans today.

See the above page for the full story. Further details are available from the Michael C. Carols Museum.

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