Arts of Ancient Nubia

Ancient Nubia was home to a series of civilizations between the sixth millennium bce and ad 350 that produced towering monuments, including pyramids and artifacts of enduring beauty and significance. The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, has the largest and most important collection of ancient Nubian art outside of Khartoum, mostly gathered during the Harvard University-Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition in the first half of the 20th century. The objects in this volume include refined early ceramics, monumental statues and relief carvings made for royal pyramids, exquisite gold and enamel jewelry, playful decorations for furniture and clothing, and luxury goods traded from around the Mediterranean world. Together they provide a fascinating introduction to a sophisticated cultural tradition and a rich history that are still being revealed today.