The Devolpment Stages of Royal Tomb Structure in Ancient Egypt (From the old kingdom to the era of Tuthmosis I in the new kingdom)

Document Type : Original Article

Author

Assistant Professor, Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University (Department of Art History)

Abstract

Ancient Egypt is known for its to restore life and give immortality to the dead owner. Tomb in ancient Egypt was one of the most influential civilizations and designed to reflecte their religious function. Tomb was sacred for controlling the chaotic, evil forces in the universe that sought to undermine universal order. Throughout history, Architectural Tomb developed a vast array of diverse structures, great architectural monuments, The built starting with shallow graves and bodies buried in a fetal position. The ancient Egyptian Tomb architecture style of kings was significance than Nobles and courtiers. Tomb robbing Early Dynastic Period was recognized as a serious problem. Whereas its constructed in pyramid complex and the chambers and hallways of the tomb filled with debris, to prevent theft, but even so, the tomb was broken into and looted; even the king’s mummy was taken. This what make architecture in New Kingdom of Egypt commissioned a special village to be constructed near Thebes with easy access to a new royal necropolis, which would be more secure. This new burial place is known today as the Valley of the Kings
By these great stages we start to analyze The Devolpment Stages of Royal Tomb Structure in Ancient Egypt From the old kingdom to first Tuthmosis in New Kngdom which includes the main stage of development in  ancient Egyptian royal tomb.