Travel back in time to the 18th dynasty of ancient Egypt (c. 1543–1292) and witness the majestic King Tutankhamun and his revered belongings. Explore Cranbrook’s latest exhibit, open until September 3, 2017, to catch a glimpse of this fascinating era. Featuring over 100 exquisite treasures, the display showcases 131 meticulous replicas of the pharaoh’s sacred possessions and artifacts, allowing visitors to marvel at the intricate details of these ancient wonders that will remain in Egypt.
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Ticket details
For those who are not members of the Cranbrook Institute of Science, tickets are priced at $10, while members can avail them at $9. Children aged 2-12 can get their tickets at a special rate of $8.
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Depiction of Tutankhamun on a Lotus – from the 18th Dynasty
This sculpture showcases Tutankhamun’s unique elongated skull, a characteristic frequently seen among the closely related members of the royal family from Amarna.
A photograph taken by Edward Pevos of MLive showcases court sandals from the 18th Dynasty. These sandals were made of papyrus fiber, leather, wood, and sheet gold, and there were about 93 footwear items buried with Tutankhamun. Among them, the most exquisite pair was discovered in the Antechamber, carefully placed inside a painted chest. These sandals are crafted from wood with intricate marquetry veneer, featuring soles adorned with images of conquered African and Asian foes, symbolizing the pharaoh’s supremacy with each step he took. The original sandals are on display at the Cairo Museum.
Photo taken by Edward Pevos from MLive showcases an ebony game box and casting sticks from the 18th Dynasty. Tutankhamun’s leisure activities often included playing games of chance. Similar to other ancient Egyptians, he found pleasure in playing “senet,” a game where the pawns’ movements on a checkered board were determined by the throw of knucklebones or casting sticks. Among the four game boxes discovered in the Annex, this particular wooden box with ebony and ivory veneer was considered the most exquisite.
A picture taken by Edward Pevos for MLive shows the royal mummy of Pharaoh Tutankhamun on a funerary bier. The unsealing of the third coffin, which was highly anticipated, was postponed due to Lord Carnarvon’s unexpected passing. Inside the coffin, they found the mummy of the pharaoh, who measured 5ft 4in in length.
Image taken by Edward Pevos from MLive showcases the Royal Mummy of Pharaoh Tutankhamun and his Funerary Bier. The mummy is covered in linen bandages, adorned with over 150 sacred jewels and amulets, and carefully anointed with sacred lustrations. However, due to excessive use of resins meant for preservation, the body has been significantly damaged with its tissue becoming brittle and blackened.
A photo taken by Edward Pevos from MLive showcases the royal mummy of Pharaoh Tutankhamun and his funerary bier. Despite the damage, his face, protected by a gold mask, remained largely intact. He wore a royal diadem of gold with cloisonne and semiprecious stones around his head, while his fingers and toes were covered with plain gold sheaths. His feet were adorned with ornate gold sandals.
Photograph taken by Edward Pevos from MLive showcasing the Royal Mummy of Pharaoh Tutankhamun and his Funerary Bier. When the valuable possessions on Tutankhamun were being taken off, his delicate remains were unfortunately damaged. A reexamination of the mummy in 1968 uncovered signs of a possible fatal injury to the skull near the left ear.
A photograph taken by Edward Pevos of MLive showcases a royal sailing vessel from the 18th Dynasty. In traditional royal burials, it was common to include a collection of 35 model boats that symbolized the pharaoh’s spiritual journeys in the afterlife. These model boats served as representations of both functional and ceremonial vessels. Among these models is a sailboat, believed to be a replica of the grand ship that transported the pharaoh along the Nile River in the afterlife.
Photograph taken by Edward Pevos from MLive capturing a bed from the 18th Dynasty, adorned in gold.
A stunning piece from the 18th Dynasty, the Golden Dagger and Sheath is a regal weapon made entirely of gold. Unearthed by archaeologists, it was found nestled among the linen wrappings of a pharaoh’s mummy, where it had been carefully positioned on the right thigh as a sacred amulet.
A stunning image captured by Edward Pevos of MLive shows the exquisite Golden Funerary Mask of Tutankhamun. Crafted from two solid gold sheets, the mask is a representation of the young pharaoh, Tutankhamun. It was discovered placed over the head and shoulders of Tutankhamun’s mummified body, wrapped in linen.
This stunning depiction of Queen Nefertiti, from the 18th Dynasty, was discovered in the workshop of sculptor Djhutmose in El-Amarna. It was being used as a model for instruction, which is why one of its eyes remains unfinished.
Picture taken by Edward Pevos from MLive captures the beauty of the Winged Isis in the style of the 18th Dynasty of ancient Egypt. Isis, one of the most respected goddesses in Egyptian mythology, was known as the mother of Horus and was both the wife and twin sister of Osiris.
Edward Pevos from MLive took a photo of the Golden Cosmetic Spoon from the 18th Dynasty. This luxurious wooden ointment spoon features a design of a bathing maiden, which was a common theme for cosmetic containers during ancient Egypt’s 18th Dynasty.
Captured by Edward Pevos from MLive, the image showcases Queen Ankhnesmerire and Pepi II from the 6th Dynasty. As the Old Kingdom neared its end about 800 years prior to Tutankhamun’s reign, Pharaoh Pepi II passed away, marking the conclusion of his long reign that spanned a remarkable 90 years. Just like Tutankhamun, Pepi II was also a child pharaoh during his rule.
In a snapshot captured by Edward Pevos of MLive, we catch a glimpse of the Golden State Chariot from the 18th Dynasty. This ancient chariot, crafted from bent wood and leather, was designed to be durable yet easy to maneuver. It was first brought to the Egyptians by the Asiatic Hyksos during the early years of the 18th Dynasty.
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Group of three statues known as the Triad of Mycerinus from the 4th Dynasty
Unearthed in the Valley Temple near Menkaure’s pyramid, this set of statues showcases the pharaoh adorned in a pleated scendyt loincloth and sporting the iconic white hedjet crown of the area.
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Thutmose III, a powerful ruler of ancient Egypt during the 18th Dynasty, showed his might by removing his regent stepmother from power and erasing her name from monuments. Through his military campaigns in Syria and Palestine, he expanded Egypt’s empire into Asia and Nubia (Sudan), bringing outside cultural influences to his once isolated country.
A photograph taken by Edward Pevos from MLive showcases a unique statue from the 18th Dynasty featuring Tut wearing the red deshret crown of Lower Egypt. In this gilded hardwood statue, Tut is depicted as the god Horus, standing on a papyrus raft with his arm raised to harpoon the evil god Seth, who is disguised as an unseen hippopotamus.
A photo taken by Edward Pevos of MLive showcases a charming child’s chair from the 18th Dynasty. This petite chair, made of African ebony and adorned with gold-capped rivets, ivory inlay, and gilt side panels, features a whimsical design depicting a pair of ibexes. Despite its lack of inscriptions, the chair’s craftsmanship and attention to detail speak to the skilled artisans of ancient times.
Edward Pevos from MLive took this photo of the Head of the Divine Cow from the 18th Dynasty. In this gilt wooden votive sculpture, Hathor is depicted as a divine cow, reflecting her connection to an ancient agricultural society. The sculpture can be found on the Treasury floor, placed between the Anubis shrine and Canopie shrine, facing towards the west.
This photograph was taken by Edward Pevos from MLive and it features the Shield of Narmer Ceremonial Palette from the 1st Dynasty. This ancient artifact, dating back 5,000 years, was created to celebrate Narmer’s triumphs in battle. The original piece can be found at the Cairo Museum in Egypt.
Edward Pevos from MLive captured this image of a Royal Broad Collar designed in the 18th Dynasty style. Sadly, tomb robbers had already looted most of Tut’s precious jewelry long ago. However, Howard Carter discovered over 200 ornaments and amulets in the chambers and entrance corridor of the tomb, including collars, necklaces, pendants, bracelets, and rings, with many coming from the Treasury. This reconstruction follows the elegant Amarna style.
Captured by Edward Pevos for MLive, the cartouche box from the 18th Dynasty stands out among the numerous wooden containers found in the tomb. Despite being looted by thieves long ago, these boxes held a variety of items such as clothing, shoes, jewelry, and beauty products. Among them, four were shaped like a royal cartouche, symbolizing a revered person with their name enclosed in a loop of rope.
Captured by Edward Pevos of MLive, the Golden Throne and Ceremonial Footrest from the 18th Dynasty is a stunning piece. Adorned with two leonine heads and armrests featuring winged uraeus serpents wearing the pschent double crown, this golden throne was discovered in the Antechamber beneath a lavish couch.
The ritual couch from the 18th Dynasty, which Howard Carter most likely discovered upon opening the tomb, is associated with the goddess Mehetweret, who represents the great flood. The couch features heads crafted in the likeness of the respected cow goddess Hathor, with their tall horns framing a pair of solar discs. While images of similar furniture can be found in Egyptian tomb paintings, Tutankhamun’s couch is the only one that has been found fully intact.
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Ancient Coffin resembling a Mummy – from the 18th Dynasty of Egypt
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Lion Burial Headrest – 18th Century
In the Antechamber, the initial of three ceremonial beds was accompanied by two gold-painted wooden lions or cheetahs. These bedheads were adorned with blue glass inlays and eyes made of painted crystal.
Captured through the lens of MLive photographer Edward Pevos, the image portrays Selket, the mysterious goddess of the 18th Dynasty. Often linked to divine magic and accompanied by scorpions, she is best known for her role in childbirth and nursing, as well as her ability to use magic to heal scorpion bites.
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In ancient Egypt, the sturdy fibers of the marsh reed papyrus were utilized to create various items such as baskets, mats, ropes, and sandals. The inner stems of the plant were processed to produce paper. This artwork showcases the royal family presenting offerings to the dazzling Aton.
A photo taken by Edward Pevos of MLive showcases an Ushabti figure from the 18th Dynasty. Dating back to the late Middle Kingdom era (2040-1640 B.C.), these mummiform figurines with distinct heads were often placed in tombs to act as stand-ins for the deceased in the afterlife.
Image captured by Edward Pevos from MLive showcases the Canopic Urns from the 21st Dynasty. The ancient Egyptians were deeply intrigued by the concept of immortality, resulting in an economy centered around creating ritual funerary items. These four figures, Imseti, Hapi, Duamutef, and Qebhsenuef, represented the internal organs of the deceased. Each organ was embalmed separately and placed in one of four ceremonial containers, named after Canopus, where the local deity was depicted as a jar with the head of Osiris.
