Hatshepsut (Part II): Legitimacy and Worship
In 1488 BCE, just one year, Hatshepsut makes some of her most daring moves. She takes the throne, becoming the second of Egypt's currently reigning kings.
To solidify her old on power, Hatshepsut leads a short campaign to Nubia, and then begins work on a magnificent building project.
We explore the temple of Djeser-Djeseru, "Holy of Holies," the great terrace at Deir el-Bahari.
The four stages of Hatshepsut's public image, from female (1) to male (4). Larger resolution.
Photos from Metropolitan Museum of Art (#1; #2; #3; #4; )
Hatshepsut and Seshat (goddess) "stretch the cord" to establish Djeser-Djeseru (photo: J.A. Belmonte)
Alabaster oil-jar, from the foundation deposits of Deir el-Bahari (Louvre)
Reconstruction of the Deir el-Bahari foundation deposits (Met. Museum of Art)
The Temple of Djeser-Djeseru at Deir el-Bahari. Larger Resolution. Stock photo.
Djeser-Djseru from the south-east. Larger resolution. Stock photo.
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