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Tutankhamun's Wardrobe @ American Swedish Institute
Wednesday 18 June @ 13:20:08 |
 by Jake Keeler
History is best seen through aspects that make up everyday life, like diet, language, mode of transportation or clothing. “Tutankhamun’s Wardrobe” investigates the ancient history of Egypt and the life of Tutankhamun (a.k.a. King Tut) by examining some of the clothing found in the tomb of this famous pharaoh. The exhibit illustrates how we are identified in society and culture through the clothing we wear.
The head of the small embroidered "leopard" skin
All of the pieces have been recreated using the original weaving and stitching techniques used to make the actual articles found in the tomb in 1922. The exhibit rekindles ancient weaving and stitching methods which have been replaced by our modern world and shows how those methods of creation were integral to the meaning of the garments.
His wardrobe tells us he was a high priest, ruler, and a child. There were over 145 loin clothes recovered from his tomb, some being the size used by a child; it is thought that they all belonged to him at some point in his life.
Many of the pieces reflect a surprisingly basic color scheme of the Egyptian monarchy. Various symbols are used to signify stature, religious importance and ritualistic use. Symbols like a night star or cobra head indicate the wearer’s social status, or an association of the individual with a particular deity. Reds, dark blues, yellows and off-whites dominate the color schemes of the garments. Leopard skins were used in articles for religious ceremonies and functions. This continuity indicates the degree of order and sophistication of Tutankhamun’s world, yet reflects the universal language of color and image used in society and culture that can still be seen in flags and icons of today.
Clothing was so important to the Egyptian pharaohs that they were buried with a wardrobe signifying their life, religious roles and societal status. Tutankhamun was buried with these garments in order to communicate his importance to the next world, or afterlife. Today we may only be buried in a suit or dress, but society still identifies us by the clothing, uniforms and outfits we wear while living.
“Tutankhamun’s Wardrobe” continues through Sept. 14. $5 admission. American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Ave. S., Mpls. Hours: Tue., Thu.–Sat. 12–4 p.m.; Wed. 12–8 p.m.; Sun. 1–5 p.m. Closed Mondays and holidays. 612-871-4907.
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