The Hatnub inscriptions and the pharaoh’s pyramid
6:00pm - 7:00pm /
Thursday 16th May 2019
/ Venue: Leggate Theatre Victoria Gallery & Museum
- Jennifer Connor
- Admission: Free
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Since 2012, the Hatnub Epigraphic Survey has worked at the alabaster quarries in the deserts of Middle Egypt. Discovered in 1891, the main quarry at the site contains large numbers of inscriptions, dating from as early as the reign of pharaoh Khufu (26th Century BC), who is best known for commissioning the building of the Great Pyramid of Giza, one the Seven Wonders of the World.
Many of the Hatnub inscriptions were applied directly to the rock surface of the wall of the quarry in red pigment. The fading of the pigment - and the unevenness of the background rock - make reading these texts difficult. However significant advances in digital technology have allowed researchers to enhance the colours of the text, and be able to identify further unpublished sections and read many previously unknown or illegible texts.
In this talk Dr Roland Enmarch, Senior Lecturer in Egyptology, will take you on a fascinating 4,500 year journey where you will hear about the potential discovery of further texts and images and learn more about the unearthing of an ancient ramp - which gives us clues as to how the huge alabaster stones were transported in the construction of Khufu’s great pyramid. BOOK NOW
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Many of the Hatnub inscriptions were applied directly to the rock surface of the wall of the quarry in red pigment. The fading of the pigment - and the unevenness of the background rock - make reading these texts difficult. However significant advances in digital technology have allowed researchers to enhance the colours of the text, and be able to identify further unpublished sections and read many previously unknown or illegible texts.
In this talk Dr Roland Enmarch, Senior Lecturer in Egyptology, will take you on a fascinating 4,500 year journey where you will hear about the potential discovery of further texts and images and learn more about the unearthing of an ancient ramp - which gives us clues as to how the huge alabaster stones were transported in the construction of Khufu’s great pyramid. BOOK NOW
Frequently asked questions
Answers to questions you may have about ticketing and venue information.
1. Do I need to bring my ticket with me on the day?
Yes - please bring the ticket provided to you by Eventbrite when you made your booking.
2. Can I just turn up on the day?
You will only be able to attend the event if there are additional tickets available.
3. Do I need individual tickets for children?
Yes - please ensure every member of your party has a ticket.
4. I can no longer go to the event. Do I need to cancel my ticket?
Yes – please let us know if you can’t attend as there may be people on a waiting list
5. Where can I find out access information for each venue?
Please see venue website for access information.