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ARCE: Shining A Different Light on Egyptian Frog Lamps with Clara McCafferty WrightEcology, Mimesis, and Humor: Shining A Different Light on Egyptian Frog Lamps with Clara McCafferty Wright
SATURDAY | ARPIL 18 | 1:30 – 3:30 PM
NORMA KERSHAW AUDITORIUM | LECTURE
Presented by Clara McCafferty Wright, a graduate student at Cornell University in Classical Archaeology and Art
Why did ancient Egyptians make oil lamps shaped like frogs? This talk explores these curious objects through ecology and visual culture, suggesting they were not only symbolic or religious, but also playful, humorous designs inspired by the real frogs of Egypt.
Ticketed Event: Free for Bowers and ARCE Members | General $15
Recorded Online Screening: Free for Bowers and ARCE Members | General $10 | Online version will be emailed to ticketholders one week after the onsite event.
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Bowers Museum, 2002 N Main St,Santa Ana, California, United States
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