This postcard was printed in Egypt, bought in Egyptian Museum of Berlin and sent from Norway. Animals of all kinds were important to the Ancient Egyptians. The Egyptians understood the animals' characteristics and admired them, especially those that were dangerous or had powers human beings lacked. They believed animals were symbols, for example, the beetle - the Egyptians noticed how it buries itself and therefore used it as a symbol of survival. Particular powers of each Egyptian god were symbolized by animals with similar characteristics. Thank You Karin
Felines served a useful purpose in ancient Egyptian households and eventually became divine symbols.
The Egyptian Goddess Isis - 1st century AD Photo © Joan Ann Lansberry Evolution of Egyptian Revival : The Roman rule of Egypt from 30 BC to 395 AD led to Roman decorations incorporating Egyptian motifs and an increased interest in the Egyptian culture. During the Italian Renaissance “Egyptomania” resurfaced again when ancient Roman artifacts reflecting an interest in Egyptian culture along with actual Egyptian artifacts were discovered and exhibited and elements of Egyptian art were used by Italian artists. Travellers took theses Egyptian themed designs back to other parts of Europe in the 18th century.
Cat Mummy, organic material, linseed, cardboard, Late Period (664-332 a. de C.) Ptolemaic Period . © Louvre Museum, Dist. RMN-GP / Christian Décamps. MADRID .- A monkey caresses its young while a donkey plays the harp. In the distance, a lion roars....
According to Discovery News, a researcher from Belgium has discovered the oldest depictions of demons in ancient Egypt, showing that demonic entities populated the ancient Egyptians’ imaginations as far back as 4,000 years ago.
The role cats played in ancient Egypt is quite fascinating. Claudio Ottoni wrote an article on the domestication of one of humanity's favorite companions.
The Ancient Egyptians held animals in the highest regard. Both pets and wild animals were incredibly important to Egyptian society, from mummified cats to chariot-pulling stallions.
Wer Katzen mag, fühlt sich auch automatisch wohl in ihrer Gesellschaft. Denn Katzen sind nachweislich dazu in der Lage, Stress bei Menschen zu reduzieren. Es wirkt sehr entspannend eine Katze zu streicheln oder mit ihr zu spielen. Genau aus diesem Grund werden Katzten mittlerweile sogar in der Psychotherapie eingesetzt. In den USA werden sogar schon Hauskatzen … Weiterlesen »
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