Wadi Shatt el-Rigal

This volume, part of the wider EES publications on the site of Gebel el-Silsila, covers the results of the 1983 season at nearby Wadi Shatt el-Rigal, famous for its abundance of epigraphic records from the late Eleventh Dynasty. The mission under Ricardo Caminos and assisted by Jürgen Osing documented more than 800 inscriptions and rock-drawings, which until now have remained only partially published.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 250 pages
Publication date: 15 April 2021
Publisher: Egypt Exploration Society

This volume, part of the broader EES publications on the site of Gebel el-Silsila, delves into the findings of the 1983 season at the nearby Wadi Shatt el-Rigal, renowned for its rich abundance of epigraphic records from the late Eleventh Dynasty. The reason for their presence in this remote site has remained an intriguing problem that has sparked extensive debate. In addition to the three well-known royal reliefs of Mentuhotep II and Mentuhotep III, the mission led by Ricardo Caminos and assisted by Jürgen Osing documented over 800 inscriptions and rock-drawings. Until now, these remarkable findings have remained partially published. However, the follow-up work conducted in 2004 has provided an opportunity to verify and make the previous work fully accessible to the public.

The Wadi Shatt el-Rigal site has yielded a wealth of epigraphic records, including inscriptions, rock-drawings, and royal reliefs. These artifacts offer valuable insights into the political, social, and cultural aspects of the late Eleventh Dynasty. The three royal reliefs of Mentuhotep II and Mentuhotep III, in particular, are renowned for their intricate details and artistic excellence. The mission's documentation of over 800 inscriptions and rock-drawings has significantly contributed to our understanding of the site's history and the people who inhabited it.

The follow-up work in 2004 has allowed for a thorough examination of the previous findings and the verification of their accuracy. This has enabled researchers to make the previously unpublished material fully accessible to the public, expanding our knowledge of ancient Egypt and its rich cultural heritage. The Wadi Shatt el-Rigal site continues to be a valuable source of research and discovery, and the ongoing efforts of the EES to uncover and publish its findings are commendable.

In conclusion, this volume, along with the broader EES publications on Gebel el-Silsila, provides a comprehensive examination of the 1983 season at Wadi Shatt el-Rigal. The rich epigraphic records and artifacts discovered at the site have shed light on the history and culture of the late Eleventh Dynasty and have contributed significantly to our understanding of ancient Egypt. The follow-up work in 2004 has further enriched our knowledge of the site and allowed for the dissemination of its findings to a wider audience.

Weight: 876g
Dimension: 210 x 298 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780856982446