| Ancient Egyptians were known for their love for arts. Arts for them represented part of their religious ceremony and, therefore, a very important element in their lives.
Musicians connected with the royal household were held in high esteem, as were certain gifted singers and harp players. Deities were praised in songs and many women of the elite had titles such as 'chantress of Amun', demonstrating the importance of music in the cults of the gods.
Moreover, One of ancient paintings indicates that there were certain rooms of the royal palace at El-Amarna that were devoted to music. There is also a dance scene that depicts ten girls, some who have tambourines, and others who have clappers or castenets.
This Silver Musicians Pendant size is approximately 1.4x0.8 inches. |