Art, as a mirror of society, evolves dynamically over time . Movements, or ldquo;isms rdquo;, influence one another through reactions, innovations, and reinterpretations .

FREE! This 2,000-year-old mug, depicting the ancient Egyptian guardian demon Bes, was likely used to hold an hallucinogenic brew in magical rituals. University of South Florida archaeologist Davide ...

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Ephedra seeds found in an ancient burial pit may be the earliest evidence yet for the medicinal use of plants.

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Black artists have long claimed ancient Egypt as their own. Now they’re telling their stories in person on the museum’s floor.

Egyptologist Huub Pragt and Smithsonian Journeys traveler Kellie Mecham share first impressions from their visit to the ...

An analysis of ancient residues left on a vase depicting the Egyptian deity Bes reveals it may have been used to reenact a myth.