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Wooden Diorama of Granary and Scribes Found in Ancient Egyptian Tomb of Meketre
A wooden diorama found in the tomb of Meketre, a high-ranking official in ancient Egypt, depicts a granary with scribes, highlighting Egypt’s reliance on grain storage and record-keeping. Discovered in 1920, the model is now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. It shows a design to prevent theft and pest damage, with figures carr...
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Watch: Chef-Turned-Artist Creates Flower-Shaped Bread, Internet Says It Belongs In Museums
A sourdough bouquet crafted with precision and artistry has Instagram buzzing. See why these loaves are being called 'museum-worthy'!
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Hidden Details of Alexander the Great Mosaic Revealed Through Unique Study
A scientific study on the Alexander Mosaic, displayed in Naples, explores the origins of the materials used in its creation. The analysis traced the mosaic’s tesserae to various regions across Europe, including Italy, Spain and Tunisia, highlighting the craftsmanship and resources used. The mosaic, buried during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in ...
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2,300-Year-Old Dwarf Statuette from Alexandria Reveals Ptolemaic Art Insights
A 2,300-year-old marble statuette, discovered in Alexandria, Egypt, offers a rare insight into how dwarves were viewed during the Ptolemaic period. Blending Greek and Egyptian artistic traditions, the 4-inch figure portrays a muscular dwarf in motion. This cultural integration highlights the respect for dwarves in Egyptian society, associated with ...
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French Museum Invites Public To Visit Art Exhibition Naked, Here's Why
The collection, comprising 600 pieces from both public and private collections, offers a rich exploration of the history and cultural significance of naturism.
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Ancient Egyptians Consumed Psychedelic Cocktails Mixed With Bodily Fluids, Alcohol
The research combined chemical and DNA analyses uncovered the first physical evidence of plants with psychotropic and medicinal properties in an Egyptian mug.
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2,200-Year-Old Egyptian Vase Reveals Evidence of Hallucinogenic Rituals
A 2,200-year-old Egyptian vase depicting the dwarf god Bes has been found to contain traces of a hallucinogenic drink. Chemical analysis revealed ingredients like wild rue, Egyptian lotus, and Cleome plants, known for their psychotropic effects. Other components, such as sesame, pine nuts, and grapes, suggest the drink was designed to mimic blood.
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Iconic Ruby Slippers From The Wizard Of Oz Up For Auction At $550,000 Nearly Two Decades After Theft
The auction also includes other items from the film including the screen door from Dorothy Gale's Kansas home and the hat worn by Margaret Hamilton
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Explore Abu Dhabi's 5 Art Gems Like Nora Fatehi's Visit To The Iconic Louvre Museum
Nora Fatehi visited the Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi and you shouldn't miss out on these art spots in the city too
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Realme 13 Pro 5G Display, Battery and Other Specifications Spotted in TENAA Listing
Realme 13 Pro 5G and Realme 13 Pro+ 5G is scheduled to launch in India on July 30. Ahead of its official debut, the smartphone is reported to appear on a Chinese certification website. The listing hints at its key specifications including details about its display technology, battery, storage, and RAM.
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This US Couple Shock World With Rs 1,223 Crore Art Heist
The Harwood Museum is urging anyone who may have information on the whereabouts of the two missing paintings to come forward.
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Women-Only Exhibit In Australian Museum To Become Toilet To Keep Men Out
An Australian museum, fighting to keep its exhibition open only to women, is installing a toilet in the gallery to keep men out.
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Met Gala 2024: What Was On The Menu? 3 Foods Banned At The Event
At Met Gala 2024, caterer Olivier Cheng curated a menu that goes well with the theme 'Sleeping Beauty: Reawakening Fashion'. Read on for details.
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Pro-Palestine Protesters Rally Outside Met Gala Event, Several Arrested
As stars and celebrities ascended the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York for the Met Gala event, another scene unfolded on the streets surrounding the iconic venue.
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Vienna Gets First Museum On Shock "Actionist" Art Movement
Vienna's first museum on the shock "Actionist" art movement opens its doors on Friday, aiming to highlight the work of its four key artists who long faced contempt and even persecution for their radical actions.
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Wooden Diorama of Granary and Scribes Found in Ancient Egyptian Tomb of Meketre
A wooden diorama found in the tomb of Meketre, a high-ranking official in ancient Egypt, depicts a granary with scribes, highlighting Egypt’s reliance on grain storage and record-keeping. Discovered in 1920, the model is now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. It shows a design to prevent theft and pest damage, with figures carr...
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Watch: Chef-Turned-Artist Creates Flower-Shaped Bread, Internet Says It Belongs In Museums
A sourdough bouquet crafted with precision and artistry has Instagram buzzing. See why these loaves are being called 'museum-worthy'!
-
Hidden Details of Alexander the Great Mosaic Revealed Through Unique Study
A scientific study on the Alexander Mosaic, displayed in Naples, explores the origins of the materials used in its creation. The analysis traced the mosaic’s tesserae to various regions across Europe, including Italy, Spain and Tunisia, highlighting the craftsmanship and resources used. The mosaic, buried during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in ...
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2,300-Year-Old Dwarf Statuette from Alexandria Reveals Ptolemaic Art Insights
A 2,300-year-old marble statuette, discovered in Alexandria, Egypt, offers a rare insight into how dwarves were viewed during the Ptolemaic period. Blending Greek and Egyptian artistic traditions, the 4-inch figure portrays a muscular dwarf in motion. This cultural integration highlights the respect for dwarves in Egyptian society, associated with ...
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French Museum Invites Public To Visit Art Exhibition Naked, Here's Why
The collection, comprising 600 pieces from both public and private collections, offers a rich exploration of the history and cultural significance of naturism.
-
Ancient Egyptians Consumed Psychedelic Cocktails Mixed With Bodily Fluids, Alcohol
The research combined chemical and DNA analyses uncovered the first physical evidence of plants with psychotropic and medicinal properties in an Egyptian mug.
-
2,200-Year-Old Egyptian Vase Reveals Evidence of Hallucinogenic Rituals
A 2,200-year-old Egyptian vase depicting the dwarf god Bes has been found to contain traces of a hallucinogenic drink. Chemical analysis revealed ingredients like wild rue, Egyptian lotus, and Cleome plants, known for their psychotropic effects. Other components, such as sesame, pine nuts, and grapes, suggest the drink was designed to mimic blood.
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Iconic Ruby Slippers From The Wizard Of Oz Up For Auction At $550,000 Nearly Two Decades After Theft
The auction also includes other items from the film including the screen door from Dorothy Gale's Kansas home and the hat worn by Margaret Hamilton
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Explore Abu Dhabi's 5 Art Gems Like Nora Fatehi's Visit To The Iconic Louvre Museum
Nora Fatehi visited the Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi and you shouldn't miss out on these art spots in the city too
-
Realme 13 Pro 5G Display, Battery and Other Specifications Spotted in TENAA Listing
Realme 13 Pro 5G and Realme 13 Pro+ 5G is scheduled to launch in India on July 30. Ahead of its official debut, the smartphone is reported to appear on a Chinese certification website. The listing hints at its key specifications including details about its display technology, battery, storage, and RAM.
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This US Couple Shock World With Rs 1,223 Crore Art Heist
The Harwood Museum is urging anyone who may have information on the whereabouts of the two missing paintings to come forward.
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Women-Only Exhibit In Australian Museum To Become Toilet To Keep Men Out
An Australian museum, fighting to keep its exhibition open only to women, is installing a toilet in the gallery to keep men out.
-
Met Gala 2024: What Was On The Menu? 3 Foods Banned At The Event
At Met Gala 2024, caterer Olivier Cheng curated a menu that goes well with the theme 'Sleeping Beauty: Reawakening Fashion'. Read on for details.
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Pro-Palestine Protesters Rally Outside Met Gala Event, Several Arrested
As stars and celebrities ascended the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York for the Met Gala event, another scene unfolded on the streets surrounding the iconic venue.
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Vienna Gets First Museum On Shock "Actionist" Art Movement
Vienna's first museum on the shock "Actionist" art movement opens its doors on Friday, aiming to highlight the work of its four key artists who long faced contempt and even persecution for their radical actions.
