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An artisan carves Egyptian hieroglyphs on a stone tablet. Source: EdNurg / Adobe Stock.

How Egypt’s Stone Carvers Keep Their Ancestor’s Traditions Alive (Video)

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Deep in the heart of Luxor, Egypt, Sayed Al-Mataany stands amidst a treasure trove of seemingly ancient artifacts, his skilled hands etching intricate hieroglyphs onto vases and sculptures using techniques passed down for over a millennium. But in the wake of the pandemic and other blows to the tourism industry, Al-Mataany's craft is threatened with extinction. By studying the world of this master craftsman and exploring his unwavering dedication to preserving a centuries-old tradition, maybe we can help save it.

Top image: An artisan carves Egyptian hieroglyphs on a stone tablet. Source: EdNurg / Adobe Stock.

By Robbie Mitchell

 
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I’m a graduate of History and Literature from The University of Manchester in England and a total history geek. Since a young age, I’ve been obsessed with history. The weirder the better. I spend my days working as a freelance... Read More

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