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On the origins of the cartouche and encircling symbolism in Old Kingdom pyramids /

This study suggests the development of the cartouche was closely related to the monumental encircling symbolism incorporated into the architectural designs of the Old Kingdom pyramids. By employing a new architectural style and a new iconographic symbol, the pharaoh sought to elevate his status abov...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Lightbody, David I. (Autor)
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Oxford : Archaeopress Publishing Ltd, [2020]
Colección:Access archaeology.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Descripción
Sumario:This study suggests the development of the cartouche was closely related to the monumental encircling symbolism incorporated into the architectural designs of the Old Kingdom pyramids. By employing a new architectural style and a new iconographic symbol, the pharaoh sought to elevate his status above that of the members of his powerful court.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (94 pages) : illustrations (some colour).
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781789696578
1789696577
1789696585
9781789696585