Got back from the UK last week, so I thought I should post some photos I took at the British Museum while I was there. I was surprised we were allowed to take photos at all!! The collection was quite impressive, and the way the artifacts were catalogued and presented was pretty interesting as well. I've got a museum map and information booklet I'll bring in to class next time I see you guys. Anyway, it's not much, but enjoy. xx
Head of Augustus, found in Egypt (sorry about the rotation!)
The plaque says the head was decapitated and buried after an attack by armies from modern-day Sudan; an act intending to destroy the head and shame Augustus, but which inadvertently preserved the statue.
Mummified Cats from Egypt
Palace of Darius at Persepolis, Iran
Relief from Persepolis
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