The Tomb of Tut-Ankh-Amen
Discovered by the Late Earl of Carnarvon and Howard Carter

The definitive account of the discovery, recording and clearance of the tomb of Tutankhamun, originally published between 1923 and 1933.

Howard Carter (Author), A. C. Mace (Author)

9781108018142, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 30 September 2010

388 pages, 104 b/w illus.
21.6 x 14 x 2.2 cm, 0.5 kg

Howard Carter (1874–1939) was an English archaeologist and Egyptologist, now renowned for discovering the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun. Published between 1923 and 1933, this three-volume study contains Carter's detailed account of the sensational discovery, excavation and clearance of Tutankhamun's tomb and its treasures. The tomb was almost fully intact when discovered and remains the most complete burial discovered in the Valley of the Kings. Each volume of Carter's book is richly illustrated with over 100 photographs of the tomb and objects found in it, showing their original state and how they appeared after reconstruction. Carter's meticulous recording and conservation techniques are faithfully documented in his account, providing a vivid and engaging description of the work which occurred during the excavation and clearance of this famous site. Volume 1 describes in detail Carter's discovery of the tomb, its opening and the recording and clearance of the Antechamber.

Preface
Introduction Lady Burghclere
1. The King and the Queen
2. The valley and the tomb
3. The valley in modern times
4. Our prefatory work at Thebes
5. The finding of the tomb
6. A preliminary investigation
7. A survey of the antechamber
8. Clearing the antechamber
9. Visitors and the press
10. Work in the laboratory
11. The opening of the sealed door
Appendix
Index.

Subject Areas: Archaeology by period / region [HDD]