Egyptian culture has influenced a variety of people and other cultures through ways of architecture, art, agriculture, astronomy, politics, and even writing. Egyptians history is most recognized for its magnificent temples, tombs, and pyramids; all which are considered remarkable architecture feats considering the limited tools and resources available at the time which these sites and structures were created. We can benefit and learn from the Egyptians through studying the buildings created, and history left behind. In regards to the great pyramids created, the Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the only temples remaining that is still largely intact. The unsurpassed level of craftsmanship and architectural engineering capabilities it took to create this pyramid are outstanding. The modern inventions of today would make it possible for us to replicate the pyramid with the use of steel, concrete, glass, and an array of power tools. Most of the material would be pre-fabricated in warehouses and then shipped to the site where it would then be assembled. The image on the right shows the Louvre Pyramid and severs as the main entrance to the Louvre in Paris, France. It was designed by French architects and the design idea was to showcase a transparent pyramid. The architects referenced Egyptian pyramids when they designed the building. However, the new and improved design is supported by steel beams and cables, with glass allowing the entire space to be illuminated by the sun. I personally appreciate the hard-work and level of dedication and precision it took for not only for the Pyramid of Giza but for the other architectural buildings as well knowing how much planning, engineering, team-work, organization and leadership skills it took to create such magnificent and everlasting structures. Egyptian Art has influenced artwork as recently as the 20th century. Artwork and treasures found in tombs discovered contained items that resembled the look and finish the popular style consisted of. It would also influence the Art Deco movement in the 1920’s and 30’s by means of graphic design (poster art), jewelry and furniture.
Egyptian jewelry was very sophisticated and contained lavish stone and gold and silver metals. The 20’s and 30’s also contained similar characteristics. Other Egyptian influences can be found in almost every aspect of today’s society. Today’s use of paper, spreadsheets, mining, irrigation systems, army tactics, and even governmental leadership stems back to Egyptian time period. It is important to look back on the culture so we as a society may better understand the Egyptians methods and reasons for doing things the way they did. The Egyptians liked to stick to what they knew worked so often times building tactics or leadership ways went unchanged because they were working great. In today’s world we are more open to change and new ideas to better implement things to make life more practical or easier. However, I believe that in order to make a better tomorrow and better future we need to understand where we came from to help establish where we are going.