Gardner's Art Through The Ages: Egypt Middle And New Kingdoms

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1. What is depicted in the artwork titled 'Head of Senusret III'?

A contemporary portrait of a famous athlete

A modern abstract sculpture

A landscape painting from the Renaissance period

Head of Senusret III, Dynasty 12, ca 1860 BCE, Middle Kingdom
one of the most well known kings of the middle kingdom
change in portraiture, instead of a Ka figure depicture, this is more naturally depicted, softness to his face, shows him middle aged

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Gardner's Art Through the Ages: Eqypt Middle and New Kingdoms

2. What is this ancient artifact?

Hippopotamus, from the tomb of senbi (William the Hippo, mascot of the Met) Meir, Dynasty 12, c. 1862-1895, Faience, lenght 7 7/8". It is a type of glass although looks like a glazed ceramic. Met Musuem of Art, NY
papyrus on his body
hippos are symbols of procreation and fertility
found in tombs to insure a prosperous afterlife

Scarab Beetle, from the tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings, Dynasty 18, c. 1332-1323 BC, Gold, length 3 in.

Sarcophagus, from the tomb of Cleopatra VII, Alexandria, Dynasty 30, c. 51-30 BC, Marble, length 10 ft.

Anubis, from the temple of Luxor, New Kingdom, c. 1550-1070 BC, Granite, height 4 ft.

The correct answer is a faience Hippopotamus from the tomb of Senbi, dating back to Dynasty 12, with historical significance related to procreation and fertility. The incorrect answers are artifacts from different time periods and cultures, showcasing various symbolic meanings and materials used in ancient art and funerary practices.

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3. What artifact is described as Pectoral of Senworset II, from the tomb of Princess Sithathoryunet, el-Lahun, Dynasty 12, c. 1895 - 1878 BCE, made of gold and semiprecious stones?

Sphinx statue from Giza, c. 2500 BCE, created by the Pharaoh Khafre

Obelisk of Luxor, from the temples of Karnak, c. 1400 BCE, made of pink granite

Sarcophagus of King Tutankhamun, from the Valley of the Kings, c. 1323 BCE, made of solid gold

Pectoral of Senworset II, from the tomb of Princess Sithathoryunet, el-Lahun, Dynasty 12, c. 1895 - 1878 BCE. Gold and Semiprecious Stones. lenght 3 1/4" - the Met
Senworset center by falcons. The daughter of Senworset

The correct description matches the specific details provided in the question, while the three incorrect answers are describing other famous Egyptian artifacts from different time periods and materials used.

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4. Middle Kingdom in Ancient Egyptian history refers to which time period?

New Kingdom 1550 - 1077 BCE

Late Period 664 - 332 BCE

Old Kingdom 2686 - 2181 BCE

Middle Kingdom

2150 - 1600 BCE

The Middle Kingdom in Ancient Egyptian history lasted from 2150 BCE to 1600 BCE. It followed the Old Kingdom and preceded the New Kingdom. The Old Kingdom was from 2686 BCE to 2181 BCE, the New Kingdom from 1550 BCE to 1077 BCE, and the Late Period from 664 BCE to 332 BCE.

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5. When did the New Kingdom exist in ancient Egypt?

300 - 100 BCE

1552 - 1069 BCE

2600 - 2100 BCE

800 - 600 BCE

The New Kingdom in ancient Egypt lasted from 1552 to 1069 BCE and was known for its military conquests, prosperity, and monumental construction projects.

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The New Kingdom in ancient Egypt lasted from 1552 to 1069 BCE and was known for its military conquests, prosperity, and monumental construction projects.

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6. What is depicted in the Tomb of Khnumhotep II, view of doorway and fishing and fowling scene?

A religious ceremony

A farming scene

Tomb of Khnumhotep II, view of doorway and fishing and fowling scene. 1900 BCE
first lair of khnumhotep's mastaba
Engaging in the hunting activity - wearing a diaphoneous kilt which is not usually worn for hunting. Created a bosserberg (wall of water)
Mirroring each other
flanked by his family which are there to help guide into afterlife
Egyptian words for spearing and hunting are related to sexual words so the paintings can be read in a variety of ways
painting on limestones

A battle between two Egyptian gods

The correct answer describes a hunting scene in the Tomb of Khnumhotep II, which includes fishing and fowling activities.

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The correct answer describes a hunting scene in the Tomb of Khnumhotep II, which includes fishing and fowling activities.

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7. Who took on the title of King instead of Queen of Eqypt and built her tomb Deir el-Bahri, Dynasty 18, which was built out of the rock and very cave-like?

Hatshepsut - took on title of King instead of Queen of Eqypt.
Built her tomb
Deir el-Bahri
Dynasty 18
Built out of the rock and it is very cave-like

Ramesses II

Nefertiti

Cleopatra

Hatshepsut was a female pharaoh who took on the title of King of Egypt, breaking from tradition. She built her tomb Deir el-Bahri in Dynasty 18, which stands out for being carved out of rock and having a cave-like appearance.

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8. What is depicted in the image?

An unidentified mummy

An ancient Egyptian god

A pharaoh ruling Egypt

Hatshepsut as Osiris

The image shows a representation of Hatshepsut, an ancient Egyptian pharaoh, depicted as Osiris, the god of the afterlife. This depiction highlights the connection between Hatshepsut and Osiris in Egyptian mythology.

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9. What is depicted in the image?

Hatshepsut as Sphynx w/false beard

Cleopatra VII, the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt.

Eygptian Pharaoh Ramses II.

Nefertiti, the Great Royal Wife of Akhenaten.

The correct answer is Hatshepsut as Sphinx with false beard. This image depicts the famous Pharaoh Hatshepsut depicted in the form of a Sphinx with a false beard, a common symbol of power and authority in ancient Egyptian culture.

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10. What significant change did Akhenaten bring about during Dynasty 18?

Introduced a new form of hieroglyphic writing to Egypt.

Later in Dynasty 18 the rise of Akhenaten
Akhenaten and His Family from Akhetaten (moder Teli el-Amama) Dynesty 18 1348-1336/5 BCE. Changed from a poly-religion to a mono-religion that workshopped Akman.
Cheif Queen was Nefrititi
In the relief - Nefrititi and Akhetaten are hierachital the same
Instead of Majesty he is refered to as "Living in Maa"
didn't last long - upon his death went back to a poly-religion

Led a military conquest to expand the Egyptian empire.

Established a democratic system of government in Ancient Egypt.

Akhenaten changed the religion in Egypt from a polytheistic system to a monotheistic one, focusing on the worship of the sun god Aten.

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Akhenaten changed the religion in Egypt from a polytheistic system to a monotheistic one, focusing on the worship of the sun god Aten.

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11. What is depicted in the Colossal statues of Akhenaten at the Temple of Aten in Karnak from 1372-1355 BCE?

Colossal statues of Akhenaten, Temple of Aten, Karnak, 1372 -1355 BCE
you can see his weird shape - protuding stomach, long nose, thin face

A portrayal of the Roman emperor Julius Caesar.

A depiction of the pharaoh Tutankhamun.

A representation of the Greek god Zeus.

The Colossal statues of Akhenaten at the Temple of Aten in Karnak specifically depict the pharaoh Akhenaten, showcasing his distinct physical characteristics.

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The Colossal statues of Akhenaten at the Temple of Aten in Karnak specifically depict the pharaoh Akhenaten, showcasing his distinct physical characteristics.

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12. What is Queen Ti y?

A species of exotic flower found in South America

A musical instrument from ancient Mesopotamia

Queen Ti y, Akhenaten's mother, the chief wife of Amenhotad III. from Kom Medinet Ghurab (near el-Lahun). Dynasty 18 c. 1390-1352 BCE, made from boxwood, ebony, glass, gold, lapis lazuli, cloth, clay and wax. about 3 3/4"

A type of ancient Egyptian pottery

Queen Ti y is a specific historical figure from ancient Egypt and not related to pottery, musical instruments, or exotic flowers.

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Queen Ti y is a specific historical figure from ancient Egypt and not related to pottery, musical instruments, or exotic flowers.

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13. What is depicted in this ancient artifact?

Isis, the ancient Egyptian goddess of magic and motherhood

Hatshepsut, one of the most famous female pharaohs of ancient Egypt

Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt during the Ptolemaic period

Nefertiti, from Akhenaten (modern Tell el-Amana) Dynasty 18 1348-1336/5 BCE. limestone - height about 20" supposedly a portrait

The correct answer refers to a specific artifact representing Nefertiti from the Akhenaten Dynasty, which is different from the other historical figures mentioned in the incorrect answers.

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The correct answer refers to a specific artifact representing Nefertiti from the Akhenaten Dynasty, which is different from the other historical figures mentioned in the incorrect answers.

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14. Who is depicted in the funeral mask known as King Tut?

Ramesses II

King Tut - Tutankhamen - the sone of Akhenaten. Funeral Mask
He returned Egypt to the religious beliefs of before - polytheistic religion
He would have been in a wood coffin, wrapped and the funereal mask on top.
holds a crook and a flail -- instruments used in threshing grain but both symbols associated with Osiris (the god who judges you and decides if you deserve a good afterlife)
He is depicted as a young man -- not elongated like his father's features so unsure if this is a true portraiture.

Hatshepsut

Cleopatra

The funeral mask commonly referred to as King Tut actually depicts Tutankhamen, the son of Akhenaten, who ruled Egypt during the 18th Dynasty. The mask is a symbol of ancient Egyptian art and culture.

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15. What is being depicted in the Book of the Dead, Weighing of the Heart or Last Judgement, Dynasty 21?

A marketplace in ancient Egypt

A coronation ceremony of a pharaoh

Book of the Dead, Weighing of the Heart or Last Judgement, Dynasty 21
Osiris sitting
dead person's heart being weighed against a feather of Maat -- your heart needs to come in balance with Ma-at

A scene from an ancient battle

The correct answer describes the scene commonly depicted in the Book of the Dead, where the heart of the deceased is weighed against the feather of Maat in the presence of Osiris.

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The correct answer describes the scene commonly depicted in the Book of the Dead, where the heart of the deceased is weighed against the feather of Maat in the presence of Osiris.

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