Chapter 3: Ancient EgyptLesson 1: Intro

Warm-up 9-12-14 Ch.3 Egypt

Respond to the following:1. What was the function of the

great pyramids?2. What is their significance?3. What were the construction

methods of the pyramids?4. Highlight or vocab we have used

on your glossary page

Obj: SWBAT analyze the stylistic features of ancient Egypt to determine status of individuals

HW:: •Read Chapter 3—Hatshepsut, Temple of Amen-Re, Akhenaton, King Tut•9 Cue Cards•Quiz MONDAY

The Great Pyramids of Gizeh

Old KingdomConstruction methods:•Ashlar masonry—careful cut stone, dressed & polished, placed in successive rows•Used wooden rollers/sleds for transport•Used ramps at building site with ropes, pulleys & levers

Linear Ramp

Spiral Ramp

Great Pyramids

Gizeh, Egyptlimestone

The Great Pyramids of Gizeh

Old KingdomFunction:Funerary-Tomb of the PharaohAstrological(??) --Oriented to the points of the

compassSymbolism & significance:Symbolism:• Pyramid shape—like pyramid stone called ben

ben is that of the Sun God Re

The Great Pyramids of Gizeh

Old KingdomSignificance:• Pharaoh’s spirit/power would be preserved like

Re’s• Huge Size = power & authority• Religious—representation of Sun god Re &

Pharaoh’s divinity• Devotion of followers, ability for the Pharaoh

to have that many people work for that long on his tomb

Class Expectations1. Students are respectful of everyone and all belongings

2. Students are prepared and on time with all materials

3. Students follow directions the first time given

4. Students keep food and drinks away during class (water only)

5. Students keep personal electronics off and out of sight (explicit permission will be given to use electronics).

• Hoods off• Food Away• Backpacks, purses,

bags, etc. on back of chair or under desk

Announcements: Check the website!! Check your Grades

online—printouts given on Monday before quiz

Monday—Chapter 3 Quiz9 Cue Cards due

Read about: The Sphinx, Hatshepsut, Temple of Amen-Re, Akhenaton, King Tut

Agenda: Warm-up Announcements and

Reminders History Crash Course

Video Egyptian Sculpture Exit Slip

Office HoursTuesday 3:00-4:00Thursday 3:00-4:00

Crash Course in Egyptian History• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3Wvw6BivV

I• Start @ 4:09• Pause at 5:07—clarify the time of the Jews &

Moses

Ancient Egypt

Menkaure and Khamerenebty

from Gizeh, Egypt

ca. 2,490-2,472 B.C.E.graywackeapproximately 54 1/2 in. high

Menkaure and Khamerernebty

Old Kingdom Materials: (Graywacke) StoneFigures represented: Pharaoh Menkaure and his wife Khamerernebty Pharaoh wears kilt, headress (nemes), fake beard

Menkaure and Khamerernebty

Old Kingdom Stylistic characteristics: • High-Relief--figures remain attached to the block

of stone (not exactly detached sculpture)• Static, stiff pose, one food forward, hand

clenched• Idealized portrait—no imperfections, not

realistic• Canon of proportions—rules of size relationships

3-13 Menkaure and his Queen Khamerernebty (?), sculpture

Flashcard

Left leg longer

Canon of proportions

Menkaure and Khamerernebty

Old Kingdom Stylistic characteristics: • High-Relief--figures remain attached to the block

of stone (not exactly detached sculpture)• Static, stiff pose, one food forward, hand

clenched• Idealized portrait—no imperfections, not

realistic• Canon of proportions—rules of size relationshipsFunction & significance:• Not about portraying live figures, but

timelessness, divine nature of the pharaoh and house his Ka in the tomb

• Canon of proportions = ideas of perfection

Seated Scribe

from Saqqara, Egypt

ca. 2,450-2,350 B.C.E.painted limestoneapproximately 21 in. high

Seated scribeOld Kingdom

Materials: painted limestoneFigures represented: Scribe, seated on ground (not on a throne/chair)Stylistic characteristics: • Realistic portrait—imperfections shown—

protruding stomach, sagging chest, signs of age• Relaxed poseFunction & significance:• Importance of person decreases as realism and

relaxation increases.• Implies he is a non-royal

• Imperfections portrayed in royalty would be disrespectful

Describe the visual evidence that shows the status of these individuals.

Exit SlipWhat is the status of these individuals? Explain using contextual and visual evidence.

Image #1Image #2

Cue Card—Palette of NarmerName:Date:period/style: Artist or architect:patron :Original Location:material/technique:Function:Context:Descriptive terms:

Senmut

Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut

Deir el-Bahri, Egypt

ca. 1,473-1,458 B.C.E.