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[https://smarthistory.org/reframing-art-history/world-of-ancient-egypt/ by Dr. Amy Calvert smarthistory] | [https://smarthistory.org/reframing-art-history/world-of-ancient-egypt/ by Dr. Amy Calvert smarthistory] | ||
Few civilizations have enjoyed the longevity and global cultural reach of ancient Egypt. Their distinct visual expressions, writing system, and imposing monuments are instantly recognizable by viewers all around the world even today—put simply, their branding was on point. | Few civilizations have enjoyed the longevity and global cultural reach of ancient Egypt. Their distinct visual expressions, writing system, and imposing monuments are instantly recognizable by viewers all around the world even today—put simply, their branding was on point. | ||
=====ANCIENT EGYPTIAN GOD, FIGHTER, DANCER, COMPANION===== | |||
[https://www.ashmolean.org/article/bes-ancient-egyptian-god-fighter-dancer-companion by Kyle Jordan ASHMOLEAN MUSEUM] | |||
We recognise a few to this day. Amun-Ra, the solar god of creation. Horus, the falcon god of kingship. Hathor, the celestial goddess of motherhood, beauty and joy. Osiris, the reanimated god of the ‘otherworld’, where the souls of the dead journeyed to be judged. | |||
