Echoes of the Amarna Period (Minya)
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Echoes of the Amarna Period (Minya)

Artsit / Hassan Ghanem .. EGYPT (2025)

Echoes of the Amarna Period (Minya) This acrylic painting by Hassan Ghanem, a leading graduate of the Faculty of Fine Arts in Minya, sheds light on the ancient Egyptian history of the Minya region, focusing specifically on the reign of Akhenaten and Nefertiti and the myths associated with them. The painting likely features stylized images of Pharaoh Akhenaten, his queen Nefertiti, and perhaps the Aten (the sun disk), the focus of their religious reforms. Given the Minya context, the painting may incorporate elements or landscapes specific to the Tell el-Amarna area (where Akhenaten was located). The artist's use of acrylic paint likely contributes to a distinctive color and style, drawing inspiration from Amarna art while simultaneously reflecting a contemporary artistic interpretation. The painting aims to revive an important period of ancient Egyptian history, rooted in the Minya landscape, combining historical figures with the mythological aspects of its reign.

ArtistArtsit / Hassan Ghanem .. EGYPT
Year2025
LocationOn View
MaterialUnknown
Accession NumberN/A
Dimensions100/90
CreditSun Boats Collection