For nearly 3,000 years a series of kingdoms flourished in ancient Nubia (present-day southern Egypt and northern Sudan). The region was rich in sought-after resources such as gold and ivory and its trade networks reached Egypt, Greece, Rome, and central Africa. This exhibition presents highlights from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston's extensive collection of Nubian objects and features superbly crafted jewelry, metalwork, and sculpture exhibiting the wealth and splendor of Nubian society.
This exhibition is presented in English and Spanish. Esta exhibición se presenta en inglés y en español.
Major support from Elizabeth and Bruce Dunlevie
Exhibition organized by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
SELECTED WORKS
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Publication
Yvonne J. Markowitz and Denise M. Doxey
An authoritative history on the exquisite jewelry of ancient Nubia.
Denise M. Doxey
Arts of Ancient Nubia: MFA Highlights
An overview of Museum of Fine Arts, Boston's extensive collection of ancient Nubian art.
Lawrence M. Berman
An exploration Nubia through the Harvard-MFA excavations images.
MOBILE APP
Hear from experts about jewelry making techniques and materials, and the purpose and symbolism of select works in the exhibition.
Available in English and Spanish.
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Related Exhibition
Four contemporary artworks by Lauren Halsey, June Edmonds, Melvin Edwards, and Umar Rashid connect to Nubian traditions. Part of a citywide series of exhibitions and programs organized in collaboration with Transformative Arts.
Exhibition Resources
Learn about the materials and jewelry making techniques used to create two highlight objects on view in the exhibition.
Bracelet with Hathor
Pendant with a Head of Hathor
Discover more about the works featured in the exhibition.