This stunning necklace is another example of the similar theme as previously posted. This piece is exceptional in its detail and inlay of gems. The lapis scarab is again holding the sun shape. Here you can see the two baboonsflanking the scarab. They are made of turquoise and glass paste with silver. The baboons helped the rising sun come … [Read more...] about Baboons and Netherworlds
Egyptian Blue
Though often lavishly used in decorative arts in Egypt for thousands of years, there is no evidence that lapis lazuli was used as a pigment. The ancient Egyptians invented a different and just as beautiful blue called Egyptian Blue frit, shown above. This pigment consisted of a crystalline compound of silica, copper, and lime. It is thought the … [Read more...] about Egyptian Blue
Dung Balls and Sun Gods
As said before, when delving into a colorful history of any culture, you never know what will be unearthed. This fabulous necklace was found in the tomb of King Tut who reigned in the 18th Dynasty, 1334-1325 BC. The recurring theme in this design is the rising sun-god. The lapis lazuli scarab represents the sun-god, khepri. Scarab … [Read more...] about Dung Balls and Sun Gods
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THE PHARAOH’S BLING CAPTIVATES FOR NEW PROJECT Well, it has happened again. I have been captivated by bling. This time however, it is not Rembrandt’s bling, or the Dutch Masters’ bling. It’s the bling of the Pharaoh. For the past many months, I have been dreaming, imagining, planning, and laboring side-by-side with the Pharaohs of ancient Egypt. … [Read more...] about FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Eye of Horus
A special thank you to Maria Wilson, a fellow traveler, who contributed the story of this beautiful painting done on papyrus. On the left is the god Horus. This falcon headed god is the son of Osiris, the lord of the underworld and god of the dead. Horus is the most important god for Pharaoh because pharaoh is the living incarnation of Horus on … [Read more...] about The Eye of Horus
Ready for the Novel!
After three days or so, remove the papyrus sheet from the press, and it is ready for that artwork, letter, or even doing your taxes! You can see how beautiful and transparent the papyrus sheet is when held up to the light. In ancient times, several sheets were joined end to end to form a roll. These … [Read more...] about Ready for the Novel!