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Temple of Hatshepsut. Door with polychrome reliefs represent
Temple of Hatshepsut. Door with polychrome reliefs representing the pharaoh Hatshepsut with masculine attributes. 18th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Deir el-Bahri. Egypt
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Cartridge Civilization Deir Dynasty Eighteenth El Bahari Hatshepsut Hieroglyphic Hieroglyphics Inscription Language Pharaoh Polychrome Polychromy Protective Reliefs Symbol Symbolism Vulture Wing Wings Nekhbet
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1. Title: "The Majestic Doorway of Temple of Hatshepsut: A Testament to Ancient Egyptian Art and Power" 2.. The Temple of Hatshepsut, located in the ancient city of Deir el-Bahri in Egypt, is a remarkable architectural and artistic masterpiece of the 18th Dynasty's New Kingdom. This temple, dedicated to the Pharaoh Hatshepsut, is renowned for its unique design and the intricately decorated doorway, which showcases the pharaoh's power and divine status. The door, adorned with polychrome reliefs, is a stunning example of ancient Egyptian art. The vibrant colors, now faded but still visible, once depicted Hatshepsut in masculine attributes, emphasizing her strength and authority as a ruler. The door's central panel features the pharaoh seated on a throne, surrounded by symbols of the goddess Nekhbet, the protective deity of Upper Egypt, and the vulture goddess Wadjet, symbolizing Lower Egypt. The door's reliefs are inscribed with hieroglyphics, an ancient Egyptian language that was the primary means of communication and record-keeping during this civilization. The inscriptions on the door detail Hatshepsut's military campaigns, her building projects, and her religious beliefs. The door's cartridge-topped columns, a common architectural feature in ancient Egyptian temples, further emphasize the grandeur and importance of the temple. The doorway's intricate design and symbolism reflect the artistic and cultural achievements of the ancient Egyptian civilization during the 18th Dynasty. The Temple of Hatshepsut remains an enduring symbol of Egypt's rich history and the artistic and architectural innovations of its people.
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