Museum artifacts

Egypt, Thebes 3rd Intermediate Period, late Dynasty 21 Gessoed and painted sycamore Cleveland Museum of Art This is one of the finest examples of painted wooden coffins made for the priests of Amen and their families at Thebes during Dynasty 21 and early 22. The pharaohs of this time were no longer buried in the Valley of the Kings, but instead built tombs in the Delta, far to the north, where they resided. Security was lax in the Theban necropolis. The coffins and funerary goods of the…

The ten statues in Founding Figures: Copper Sculpture from Ancient Mesopotamia, ca. 3300–2000 BC at the Morgan Library & Museum in Manhattan were never meant for our eyes.

Excavated by the Metropolitan Museum of Art Egyptian Expedition in 1914-15 at Thebes; allotted to the Museum by the Egyptian Government in the division of finds. Shipped to New York and accessioned by 1928

The Skinner Museum, located in Chicopee, MA, USA, is an intriguing destination for art enthusiasts and history buffs alike. This unique museum offers visitors a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the region. Stepping into the Skinner Museum, visitors are greeted with a mesmerizing collection of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the diverse history of Chicopee.

"The Damascus Room," an intact 18th-century reception room from an upper-class Syrian home. Fountain at "The Damascus Room" Moroccan courtyard with intricately carved arches and a fountain was created by Moroccan craftsmen specifically for The Met 11-foot high 14-century Iranian prayer niche Fountain created by Moroccan craftsmen specifically for The Met Islam-inspired art is the newest attraction at the Metropolitan Museum of Art with the reopening of Islamic Art Galleries last Tuesday…

Tablet of Ahkmemrah Night at the Museum Halloween #parkforesthalloween. Made with air drying modeling clay.

I’ve seen Egyptian collections at world class museums like the Met, British Museum and the Louvre, but the Egyptian Museum Munich, in my opinion, is my favourite museum space to exhibit Egyptian artifacts. Granted, they may not have the “big draws”, but the space is modern, and well laid out. #architecture #egyptianmuseum #munchen #munich #bohm #PeterBöhm #Architekten

We spent yesterday afternoon exploring the National Anthropology Museum in Mexico City. The museum itself is gorgeous, but the ancient pottery collections and artifacts were fascinating. The folded pages are part of the Mayan Codices. These are some of the first books ever created, and the oldest in Mexico. Their origin dates back to the 11th century. Absolutely fascinating to see these pieces and pull inspiration from the stories and history here. ✨ #artifacts #anthropology #artsy #art ...

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At 1 billion dollars, it is the largest museum in the world dedicated to one civilization.

Dakar is home to one of the oldest African art institutions in West Africa.

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celebrating the marvels of human form, the historic anatomy museum surveys from human curiosities to medical marvels and some dark italian history.