Category:  Jewelry, Clothing & Beauty Care

From AEB: The production of linen in Egypt is described in its various phases : sowing and harvesting of flax, the preparation of the flax for spinning, the techniques and equipment used in spinning, preparing the warp threads, weaving and looms, dyeing, laundry and the storage of cloth.

Reviewed by Francesca: Perfumes, ointments and makeup are the subjects of this wonderful book. The author examines them along with important ingredients used by the Ancient Egyptians. She also discusses the use of containers, palettes, utensils and other daily objects, as well as the artists who made them. She gives us an excellent look at this fascinating yet unfamiliar aspect. Beautifully illustrated in color, this book is for the interested in fragrances and beauty care in Ancient Egypt.

De alapage.com : Il s'agit d'une brève introduction à la collection de 30 objets du Nouvel Empire en exposition au Musée du Louvre.

From the book cover: Diadems, armlets, earrings, pendants, rings, bracelets, breastplates, amulets ... wrought in the rare and precious gems and metals that have stirred man's greed and wonder for centuries ... Nubian gold, vivid lapis lazuli, bright-colored faience and blood-red carnelian, Cyril Aldred [...] tells their enchanting and dramatic story... the myths and legends, the discoveries and thefts, that have marked each treasure's history. He explains the fascinating uses and significance of Egyptian jewels and describes the amazing techniques that created them.