by Newberry
First published 2012
Percy Newberry examines the remarkable seal collection assembled by Captain Timins in Cairo. Newberry methodically documents, illustrates, and analyzes each piece that Timins selected for both historical significance and artistic value. The seals originate primarily from the Eastern Delta region and Upper Egypt, representing diverse periods of ancient Egyptian civilization. Through careful study of these artifacts, Newberry reveals the stories behind each seal while demonstrating how Timins built his collection with scholarly precision. The work combines rigorous archaeological documentation with accessible descriptions, creating a comprehensive resource for understanding ancient Egyptian seal craft and the methods of serious collectors.
Genres: history, art, archaeology, ancient
Vibes: atmospheric, scholarly, thought-provoking
Tropes: academic-study, historical-documentation
Setting: Cairo, Eastern Delta, Upper Egypt
Period: Ancient Egypt
106 pages · Kindle Edition · Routledge