The Ancient World
The great civilisations of the Ancient world were Egypt, Greece, Rome and Mesopotamia. The Egyptian collection contains some 2000 objects of which the most famous is the mummy and case of the lady, Takabuti. A small but interesting collection of Greek pots and other objects represents the brilliant society which flourished from 700-145BC. The Roman Empire, which was such a powerful force in the ancient world, is represented by some examples of Roman glass and imported pottery. Mesopotamia which was founded c5000BC kept its historical and commercial records on clay tablets written in cuneiform writing. Several clay tablets, seals and two votive plaques indicate the sophistication of the society which had such importance in the ancient world.
Attic Red-figure Calyx-crater. Scene showing Dionysos and women
Ancient Egypt
Takabuti (The Egyptian Mummy) lived during the 25th dynasty c660BC. She came to the museum in 1834 and was unwrapped in February 1835. She is located in the Life & Death of Ancient Egypt Gallery(13).The mummy of the lady Takabuti and her case represent the Egyptian collection of some 2000 o...
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Mediterranean World
A small but interesting collection of Greek pots and other objects represents the brilliant and advanced society that was Ancient Greece, 700 – 145BC. Its vase painting, sculpture, and architecture had great influence throughout the Mediterranean world.Mycenean Open Bowl, Late H...
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Roman World
Egypto-Roman textile of 5-6th century AD
This is a rare piece of linen textile, probably part of a tunic, with tapestry details of men and hares, and was donated by Lady Mabel Annesley.
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Mesopotamia
The civilisation of Mesopotamia was founded c5000 BC and quickly grew into a sophisticated society with palaces, temples and strong social organisation. Historical and commercial records were kept on clay tablets written in cuneiform writing which emerged c3000BC. A stick ...
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