“The Work Is His God”: Gebel Barkal, el-Kurru, and Meroe

Excavations at Gebel Barkal, el-Kurru, and Meroe revealed significant archaeological discoveries, including pyramid burial chambers, foundation deposits, jewelry, and royal horse grave burials adorned with faience trappings. Notably, the painted burial chambers of Queen Qalhata and King Tanwetamani provided unexpected insights into Nubian royal practices during the Twenty-fifth Dynasty. The expedition also uncovered a stela of Queen Tabiry, initially misread as evidence of Libyan connections, and the undeciphered Meroitic inscription of King Tanyidamani. Additionally, a Hellenistic rhyton signed by Athenian potter Sotades was found at Meroe. These findings shed light on the cultural and historical significance of these UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Der Manuelian, P. (2022). “The Work Is His God”: Gebel Barkal, el-Kurru, and Meroe. Walking among Pharaohs, 419–463. https://doi.org/10.1093/oso/9780197628935.003.0017