Socio-cultural Dimensions of Egyptian Building Practice: A Study on the Murals in the Tomb of Rekhmire
摘要
The tomb of Rekhmire dates back to the eighteenth dynasty of the New Kingdom. Rekhmire served as the vizier during the reigns of Thutmose III and Amenhotep II. Located in Thebes, the tomb offers detailed inscription of daily life in ancient Egypt. One of the most significant aspects is the process of making clay bricks drawn on the south wall. The detailed scenes in Rekhmire’s tomb illustrate the organized and systematic building practice in ancient Egypt. The careful examination of the inscription provides valuable interpretation on the workforce, encompassing both laborers and supervisors, and effectively present a well-structured Egyptian building practice.