Making Colossal Statues in Ancient Egypt
| Dates: | 17 July 2015 |
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| Times: | 13:00 - 14:00 |
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| What is it: | Workshop |
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| Organiser: | Manchester Museum |
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| How much: | Book online at mcrmuseum.eventbrite.com or phone 0161 275 2648, free, adults. |
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| Who is it for: | Adults, General public |
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Fri 17 Jul, 1-2pm.
Like the Rapa Nui, the ancient Egyptians are well-known for creating impressive, over-lifesize stone statues. This talk explores the means of quarrying, transport and activation of colossi in ancient Egypt, and asks why we find such monuments so appealing.
Price: Book online at mcrmuseum.eventbrite.com or phone 0161 275 2648, free, adults.
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Manchester Museum
Oxford Road
Manchester
Phone: 0161-2752648
Email: museum@manchester.ac.uk
