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Today, we wear jewellery for decoration and personal adornment. But that hasn’t always been the case. Because in Ancient Egypt, jewellery was worn for entirely different reasons—both functional and religious. ... |
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Why are there so many broken noses on Ancient Egyptian statues? Why deface a statue anyway? And once they’d decided to do it, why the nose? Why not the ears or the eyes? It wasn’t only statues; friezes were defaced as well. Nor did it only occur in the Old Kingdom; it happened in the Middle and New Kingdoms. ... |
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This is an introduction to some of the mysteries of Ancient Egypt through the lens of their art and artefacts, statues and friezes, not just the easily seen and discerned, but the hard to see, the uncanny, and the hidden art. ... |
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In this illustrated talk, Justin explores why Ancient Egypt is known as 'The Mother and Father of All Things,' what this means and how it still impacts our lives today. ... |
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Writers write. That's what they do. This page includes some of my other writings, examples of my Thought for the Day, broadcast on BBC Radio Bristol. There are also some other nuggets for your delight and delectation.