Ancient Egyptian paintings survived due to the extremely dry climate. The ancient Egyptians created paintings to make the afterlife of the deceased a pleasant place. Accordingly, beautiful paintings were created. The themes included journey through the afterworld or their protective deities introducing the deceased to the gods of the underworld. Some examples of such paintings are paintings of Osiris and Warriors.

 

Ancient Egyptian art is five thousand years old.

  It emerged and took shape in ancient Egypt, the civilization of the Nile Valley. Expressed in paintings and sculptures, it was highly symbolic and fascinating - this art form revolves round the past and was intended to keep history alive.

In a narrow sense, Ancient Egyptian art refers to the canonical 2D and 3D art developed in Egypt from 3000 BC and used until the 3rd century. It is to be noted that most elements of Egyptian art remained remarkably stable over the 3000 year period that represents the ancient civilization without strong outside influence. The same basic conventions and quality of observation started at a high level and remained near that level over the period.

Ancient Egyptian art forms are characterized by regularity and detailed depiction of human beings and

· The golden death mask of Psusennes I.

 

Obelisk. Karnak Temple Complex, Egypt .

 

Carving of a woman (mourner?) making an offering of various foods to the deceased. Often found nearby would be a scene of the deceased seated at a table heaped with foodstuffs. Both are powerful magic spells to provide the deceased with plenty of food in the afterlife.