Unique Ancient Christian Paintings Found in Sudan

[Duke]

Archaeologists Have Discovered Medieval Paintings 'Unique for Christian Art' on the Walls of an Ancient Chamber in Sudan | Artnet News

Archeologists believe the paintings might have been made with the Mamluk army preparing to lay siege to Dongola.

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[Debi]

Archaeologists Have Discovered Medieval Paintings 'Unique for Christian Art' on the Walls of an Ancient Chamber in Sudan | Artnet News

Archeologists believe the paintings might have been made with the Mamluk army preparing to lay siege to Dongola.

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That's fascinating. I'm stunned at the artistry and the way these are depicted.

 

[Duke]

That's fascinating. I'm stunned at the artistry and the way these are depicted.

It doesn't say in the article, but I'd guess the Christians who did the paintings were Copts.

 

[Debi]

It doesn't say in the article, but I'd guess the Christians who did the paintings were Copts.

That would seem to fit. Hope to hear more on this find.

 

[Lynne]

A great find and so interesting. I really have, what is probably a stupid question, so please don't throw things at me: How do ancient sights get buried? How do whole cities get buried under so deep, that they have to excavated? Where does all the new soil come from? I know I sound like someone who memes are made about. Who can explain this? I am ducking now.