Untitled Flashcards Set

Flinders Petrie (Modern) A pioneering British archaeologist known for developing systematic excavation methods in Egypt during the late 19th–early 20th centuries.

Naqada II Red on Buff – Predynastic (Predynastic) A ceramic artifact from the Naqada II culture characterized by red painted decoration on buff clay, illustrating early artistic and technological developments before the pharaonic period.

Gebel el Arak – Predynastic (Predynastic) An artifact from the Gebel el Arak region, noted for its distinctive motifs and craftsmanship that exemplify predynastic aesthetic and technological innovations.

Hierakonopolis Tomb – Predynastic (Predynastic) A burial structure from Hierakonpolis, an important early ceremonial center, which demonstrates the nascent funerary practices and tomb decoration of predynastic Egypt.

Djoser Step Pyramid – Dynasty 3 (Third Dynasty) A revolutionary monumental tomb complex commissioned by Pharaoh Djoser at Saqqara, representing the first major use of stone in pyramid construction.

Djoser Serdab Statue – Dynasty 3 (Third Dynasty) A sculptural representation found within Djoser’s pyramid complex that likely served as a receptacle for the pharaoh’s ka, underscoring early mortuary rituals.

Medium Nefermaat – Dynasty 4 (Fourth Dynasty) A statue or relief of Nefermaat, an important figure from the Fourth Dynasty, which reflects the style and ceremonial role of elite individuals in pyramid complexes.

Rahotep and Nefret – Dynasty 4 (Fourth Dynasty) A depiction of the royal couple whose elaborately decorated tomb reveals details about family status, art, and funerary practices during this period.

Dahshur Red Pyramid – Dynasty 4 (Fourth Dynasty) A true pyramid built by Pharaoh Snefru at Dahshur, notable for its reddish limestone exterior and its role in advancing pyramid construction techniques.

Gita Hetepheres Chair – Dynasty 4 (Fourth Dynasty) An ornate chair associated with Queen Hetepheres that illustrates the luxurious craftsmanship and refined material culture of the Fourth Dynasty’s royal court.

Giza Khufu Boat – Dynasty 4 (Fourth Dynasty) The reconstructed funerary boat of Pharaoh Khufu, discovered near his pyramid at Giza, symbolizing his journey into the afterlife and royal nautical rituals.

Giza Hemiunu – Dynasty 4 (Fourth Dynasty) A representation of Hemiunu, the architect credited with designing the Great Pyramid at Giza, emphasizing the high level of skill and organization in Fourth Dynasty construction.

Giza Wepemmefret Slab – Dynasty 4 (Fourth Dynasty) An inscribed stone slab associated with the official Wepemmefret, which documents aspects of royal propaganda and religious symbolism in Fourth Dynasty Egypt.

Giza Khafre – Dynasty 4 (Fourth Dynasty) An artifact or monument associated with Pharaoh Khafre, whose reign is celebrated for the construction of his pyramid and the iconic Great Sphinx at Giza.

Giza Khafre – Dynasty 4 (second image) (Fourth Dynasty) Another depiction related to Pharaoh Khafre, further highlighting the distinctive royal iconography and monumental architecture of his reign.

Giza Ankh Haf – Dynasty 4 (Fourth Dynasty) An artifact representing Prince Ankh-haf, a member of the royal family, whose association with Giza underlines his role in elite funerary practices during this period.

Giza Menkaure Pair Statue – Dynasty 4 (Fourth Dynasty) A paired statue depicting Pharaoh Menkaure, exemplifying the refined style and symbolism of royal portraiture typical of the Fourth Dynasty.

Unas Pyramid Texts – Dynasty 5 (Fifth Dynasty) A collection of religious inscriptions found inside Pharaoh Unas’s pyramid that represents the earliest known use of texts to guide the deceased in the afterlife.

Saqqara Mereruka – Dynasty 6 (Sixth Dynasty) An artifact (such as a statue or relief) associated with Mereruka, a high-ranking official of the Sixth Dynasty, offering insights into the administrative structure and artistic conventions of the period.