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Great Royal Wife, or alternatively, Chief King's Wife is the title that was used to refer to the principal wife of the pharaoh of Ancient Egypt, who served many official functions.
The Vulture crown, a crown worn by Great Royal Wives and female pharaohs
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In ancient Egypt, evidence suggests that political conspiracies occasionally occurred within the royal palace, including plots against reigning monarchs. While most surviving texts are silent on inter
Ostracon mentioning the Instructions of King Amenemhat to his son – New Kingdom – LACMA.
Osiris surrounded by a Ramesside pharaoh (left) and Horus (right) – 20th Dynasty – Musée du Louvre.
Set harpooning Apophis. Illustration from the Book of the Dead.
Ruins of the Malqata Palace (aerial view).