Sir Ernest Alfred Thompson Wallis Budge was a distinguished English Egyptologist and Orientalist, renowned for his profound understanding of the ancient Near East. His numerous publications, often stemming from his work at the British Museum, illuminate the fascinating world of ancient civilizations. Budge delved into the study of ancient languages and texts, leaving behind a valuable body of work for appreciating this distant culture. His scholarly contributions continue to enrich our comprehension of the history and legacy of the ancient world.
Every breathtaking picture in this remarkable-looking volume--bound in real papyrus--comes from Thebes, and represents one version of Egypt's great national funeral work. The glowing paintings include the sun god Ra on the Night Boat, a delicate image of Nebamun hunting in the marshes, and, from the tomb of the pharaoh Ramses VI, a grand ceiling mural decorated with astronomical scenes.