Norman De Garis Davies Collection

Building Catafalque Tomb Ipuy New Kingdom Ramesside
Building, Catafalque, Tomb, Ipuy, New Kingdom, Ramesside, Dynasty 19, ca, 12791213 B.C, Original, Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Deir el-Medina, TT 217, Tempera, paper, facsimile, h, 69.5 cm, 27 3/8, w

The tomb of Puimre, Thebes, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
The tomb of Puimre, Thebes, Egypt, (1928). Entrance to the northern chapel seen from the transverse hall in the tomb of Puyemre at Thebes...1st half of the 15th century B.C

Craftsmen Tomb Nebamun Ipuky New Kingdom Dynasty 18
Craftsmen, Tomb, Nebamun, Ipuky, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, ca, 13901349 B.C, Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Tempera, Paper, facsimile, h, 50 cm, 19 11/16, w, 159.5, 62 13/16, Norman de Garis Davies

Ipuy Wife Receive Offerings Children substantially restored
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Userhat Adoring Deities West Tomb Userhat New Kingdom
Userhat Adoring Deities, West, Tomb, Userhat, New Kingdom, Ramesside, Dynasty 19, ca, 12941279 B.C, Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Tempera, paper, Facsimile h, 68 cm, 26 3/4, w, 94.5, 37 3/16

Userhat Kneeling Osiris Goddess West Tomb Userhat
Userhat Kneeling, Osiris, Goddess, West, Tomb, Userhat, New Kingdom, Ramesside, Dynasty 19, ca, 12941279 B.C, Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Sheikh Abd el-Qurna, TT 51, Tempera, paper, Facsimile H

Weavers Tomb Khnumhotep Middle Kingdom Dynasty 12
Weavers, Tomb, Khnumhotep, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12, ca, 18971878 B.C, Original, Egypt, Beni Hasan, Tomb 3, Paper, tempera paint, ink, facsimile, h, 66.5 cm, 26 3/16, w, 103.5, 40 3/4

Userhat Wife Visit Abydos Tomb New Kingdom Ramesside
Userhat, Wife Visit Abydos, Tomb, New Kingdom, Ramesside, Dynasty 19, ca, 12941279 B.C, Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Sheikh Abd el-Qurna, TT 51, Tempera, paper, Facsimile H, 47 cm, 18 1/2, W, 168

Decorated Doorway North Chapel Tomb Puyemre New Kingdom
Decorated Doorway, North Chapel, Tomb, Puyemre, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, ca, 14791458 B.C, Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Tempera, Paper, facsimile, h, 61 cm, 24, w, 34.5, 13 9/16

Offerings, Deceased, Wife, Tomb, Djehutyemheb, New Kingdom, Ramesside, Dynasty 19, ca, 1279-1213 B
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Face Seniseneb Tomb Puyemre New Kingdom Dynasty 18
Face, Seniseneb, Tomb, Puyemre, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, ca, 14791458 B.C, Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Tempera, paper, H, 16.5 cm, 6 1/2, w, 9.5, 3 3/4, Norman de Garis Davies, 18651941, 1

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Norman de Garis Davies, a renowned Egyptologist, dedicated his life to unraveling the mysteries of ancient Egyptian tombs and their intricate artwork. In 1928, he stumbled upon the tomb of Puimre in Thebes, Egypt. This remarkable discovery left him awe-struck as he marveled at the exquisite craftsmanship exhibited by an unknown creator. Davies's exploration continued as he ventured into the craftsmen tomb of Nebamun Ipuky from Dynasty 18 in the New Kingdom period. Inside this sacred space, he witnessed scenes depicting Ipuy's wife receiving offerings and their children being substantially restored through artistry. The West Tomb of Userhat also captivated Davies with its breathtaking depictions of adoring deities. Kneeling before Osiris and various goddesses, Userhat showcased his devotion to these divine beings during the New Kingdom era. Moving on to Middle Kingdom Dynasty 12, Davies explored the Weavers Tomb belonging to Khnumhotep. Here, intricate tapestries came alive through vivid illustrations showcasing skilled weavers creating masterpieces that would stand the test of time. Userhat's wife paid a visit to Abydos Tomb during the New Kingdom Ramesside period. This journey revealed her deep reverence for her ancestors and highlighted her commitment to honoring their memory. Davies was particularly fascinated by Ipuy's catafalque tomb construction during the New Kingdom Ramesside era. The elaborate design spoke volumes about how Egyptians revered death and ensured a dignified passage into eternity for their loved ones. In Puyemre's North Chapel Tomb doorway adorned with captivating decorations from New Kingdom times, Davies found himself transported back in time as if walking through history itself. One striking find was a funeral boat within Haremhab's tomb dating back to Dynasty 19-20 (ca. 1295-1070 BC). This vessel served as a testament to ancient Egyptians' belief in the afterlife and their meticulous preparations for the journey beyond.