Step into the world of pharaohs, gods and hieroglyphs at the Discovering Ancient Egypt exhibition, now open at Queensland Museum Kurilpa.
The highly anticipated exhibition, on tour from the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities (RMO), invites visitors to explore one of history’s most fascinating civilisations.
Queensland Museum CEO Jim Thompson said the museum was honoured to have collaborated closely on the exhibition, which features 200 objects spanning 3,000 years.
“For the first time ever, alongside this incredible collection, we are proud to showcase and reveal the mystery of 34 pottery vessels from Queensland Museum’s own Antiquities Collection,” Dr Thompson said.
“The vessels were ‘discovered’ by British archaeologist Mr John Garstang in his excavations at the Egyptian necropolis of Esna (1904-1906) and the story of how and why the museum came to hold them has never been told.”
Rare Artifacts and Immersive Experiences Await
Discovering Ancient Egypt is a collaboration between the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Queensland Museum, the National Museum of Australia and the Western Australian Museum.
It is regarded as one of the top 10 Egyptian collections worldwide outside its country of origin.
Director of the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities, Dr Wim Weijland, said the exhibition presented many masterpieces from the RMO’s world-famous collection.
“It has been inspiring to see the dedication, passion and enthusiasm that our Australian colleagues have brought to transforming this exhibition into something truly unique and exemplary,” Dr Weijland said
Highlights include papyrus sheets of the Egyptian Book of the Dead, 3D light projections of the Temple of Taffeh, a collection of painted funerary coffins and carved statues from the Saqqara necropolis.
The exhibition also offers a rare insight into the mysteries of the afterlife, featuring five sarcophaguses displayed with respect. Attendees can view CT scans of Egyptian mummified remains, with results being presented in Australia for the first time using a digital interactive. Due to the sensitive subject matter, visitors can choose to bypass this gallery.
“Whether you’re an avid history fan, a curious explorer, or simply seeking an unforgettable cultural experience, we’re delighted to host Discovering Ancient Egypt before it returns to the Netherlands,” Dr Thompson said.
Visitors can also book special events, including a Temple Dinner on 30 November in the Temple of Taffeh gallery. This event features a three-course meal while Dr Serena Love discusses Ancient Egyptian culinary practices.
For more information, visit Queensland Museum Kurilpa.
Discovering Ancient Egypt
- Queensland Museum Kurilpa (Level 3)
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