Egyptian Art History

Egyptian art and architecture

Art and architectural styles that developed in Egypt and Nubia during the dynastic periods of the first three millennia BCE.

Preservation of forms and conventions

The goal of Egyptian art to maintain and reflect the perfect world as it was believed to be at the moment of creation.

Resistance to development

The tendency of Egyptian art to remain consistent and unchanged over time, despite challenges faced by artisans.

Periods of ancient Egyptian art

The different historical periods that can be identified in the development of Egyptian art, including Predynastic, Early Dynastic, Old Kingdom, First Intermediate, Middle Kingdom, Second Intermediate, New Kingdom, Third Intermediate, and Late.

Geographical factors

The physical features of the Egyptian landscape, such as the Nile, deserts, and sea, that influenced the character and development of Egyptian art.

Nile's influence

The stable agricultural system provided by the Nile, which supported the development of Egyptian art.

Protection from invasion

The role played by the deserts and sea in safeguarding Egypt from external threats, allowing for the flourishing of Egyptian art.

Contribution of natural resources

The minerals and fine stones found in Egypt's natural resources that contributed to the advancement and refinement of Egyptian art.

Foreign expeditions

The journeys undertaken by Egyptians to acquire materials such as wood from other regions, which enriched their artistic production and material culture.