Las Reinas de Amarna, Egyptian art exhibition in Tell el-Amarna, Egypt
Las Reinas de Amarna is an art exhibition in Egypt that brings together sculptures and stone reliefs from the time of pharaoh Akhenaten. The works are made of limestone and include temple fragments showing members of the royal family.
The works were made in the 14th century BCE during the reign of Akhenaten, a period when Egyptian art changed direction in a clear way. The rigid style that had dominated for centuries gave way to softer, more natural forms.
The artworks show the royal family depicted in a new way with scenes of daily life and family moments together. These pieces give visitors a direct impression of the personal and intimate side of the royal court.
The objects are fragile and kept under controlled conditions, so it is worth moving slowly and giving each piece enough time. Many of the carvings are small and reveal details only when looked at closely.
The figures in the collection show elongated skulls and broad hips that do not appear in traditional Egyptian art from other periods. Whether these features reflect a real physical appearance or a deliberate artistic choice is still debated among researchers.
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