Had the wonderful opportunity to go to Atlanta to see the King Tutankhamun exhibition at the Atlanta Civic Center. This is something that I have wanted to see my entire life - I have always been incredibly fascinated by Egyptian and North African cultures. One of my big goals is to travel to Cairo and the Valley of the Kings to research hieroglyphs.
Anyway, the show was amazing, consisting of over a 130 pieces. However, it is very anti-climatic, as the entire exhibit builds towards the Burial Chamber, Tutankhamun himself. And when you think you are there, boom, it's over - you are in the gift shot. Apparently Tut is in the Dallas exhibit - you don't get to see him. Bit disappointing after the massive build up. However, it is a fantastic show, and one that should not be missed.
The objects made from Calcite (like the picture shown) were gorgeous - they glowed luminously and were semi-translucent. Otherwordly, almost alien.
Anyway, the show was amazing, consisting of over a 130 pieces. However, it is very anti-climatic, as the entire exhibit builds towards the Burial Chamber, Tutankhamun himself. And when you think you are there, boom, it's over - you are in the gift shot. Apparently Tut is in the Dallas exhibit - you don't get to see him. Bit disappointing after the massive build up. However, it is a fantastic show, and one that should not be missed.
The objects made from Calcite (like the picture shown) were gorgeous - they glowed luminously and were semi-translucent. Otherwordly, almost alien.
