Exhibition: Tutankhamun reimagined

While Tutankhamun’s nine-year reign left a limited impact on ancient Egyptian history, the discovery of his almost intact tomb in 1922 transformed him into one of the most famous pharaohs. One hundred years later, Tutankhamun has become a household name and a powerful symbol of Egyptian identity.

To mark the centenary, the British Museum is working with Ahmed Nofal, an Egyptian graffiti artist who is best known for their vivid street murals in Cairo influenced by ancient Egyptian art. The exhibition has been curated in partnership with Heba Khairy from the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, Egypt.

Accompanying the display will be a trail highlighting objects in Room 4, relating to Tutankhamun, allowing visitors to engage with ancient Egypt and the late pharaoh in new ways. Starting in the Asahi Shimbun Display Tutankhamun Reimagined, visitors will make their way through to the Egyptian Sculpture Gallery (room 4) to discover more about Tutankhamun’s reign and legacy.

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