World Heritage Site: Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis
Publication Year: 2016
Publication Type: Report
Publication Identifier: WHEE4DDA3D327
Summary
A significant discovery sheds light on the obscured contents of ancient Egyptian blocks reused in the Nilometer substructure at Roda Island, revealing scenes and texts from six tomb-chapels. The study reconstructs these fragments, providing new insights into their original context and significance. Additionally, a limestone stela attributed to Hori-Sheri, a royal scribe during Ramesses III's reign, was analyzed, confirming his role in the necropolis of Thebes through cross-referencing with historical records like Papyrus Abbott 5 and rock engravings at Medinet Habu. The research employs detailed textual analysis and stylistic comparison to date artifacts and reconstruct lost elements, contributing to a deeper understanding of ancient Egyptian administrative roles and funerary practices.
Citation
Kahl (Hg.), Jochem, & Kloth (Hg.), Nicole. (2016). Studien zur Altägyptischen Kultur Nr. 45 (2016) - Abstracts. Heidelberg University Library. https://doi.org/10.11588/HEIDOK.00022029
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