The Art of Ancient Egypt Art in Focus Chapter 7
Early Inhabitants Along the Nile From Where? Why? When?
Periods in Egyptian History Settling brought about increased populations. Towns grew and took over neighboring villages. Soon there became a need for some kind of organized governance. Their solution was the rule of the Pharaohs.
The Old Kingdom 3100 B.C. – 500 years Characterized by: God like pharaohs Pyramids Marriage
The Middle Kingdom 2050 B.C. Characterized by: Pharaoh as High Priest, interpreter between God and people
The New Kingdom 1570 B.C. Characterized by: Extended rule Change in religion Conquer of Egypt in 332 B.C.
Architecture Pyramids Shape Size (of Khufu) Measurements Inside Symbolism Evolution of shape
Temples Location? Why?
Sculpture Egyptian sculptures were created primarily as portraits of rulers. They were critically important as tombs were not always protected from raiders. Khafre http://www.metmuseum.org/explore/new_pyramid/pyramids/html/el_pyramid_khafres.htm Sesotris III http://echoesofeternity.umkc.edu/Sesostris.htm Akhenaton http://www.akhet.co.uk/amarna/akhena10.htm
Relief Sculpture and Painting The rules of Egyptian art dictated a few things: Distortion All parts shown Displayed in tombs