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Swastika and Swastika Meander in Coptic Art and Architecture till the Tenth Century

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Last updated: 24 Dec 2024

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Archaeology
Cultural diversity

Abstract

Different types of crosses are applied in Coptic art whether for symbolic or decorative purposes. Swastika and Swastika meander decorations are among the geometrical decorations which are dated back to ancient eras. They were well known and found in many cultures. In Egypt, swastika was known since ancient Egyptian eras and the meander decoration was existed since the Greek Period. They are still in use during the Coptic era. The research focuses on the decoration of swastika and meander ornaments applied in the Coptic art. In addition to describe, analyze, and trace these decorations before and during the Coptic era till the tenth century in Egypt. The research followed descriptive and analytical methods of research

DOI

10.21608/ijhth.2023.283511

Keywords

cross, Swastika, Swastika meander, textiles, Seals, Mural paintings

Authors

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Ahmad

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Mohamed

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Mohamed Khalaf

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First Name

Radwa

Last Name

Mostafa

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Mahmoud

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Volume

16

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1

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38353

Issue Date

2022-06-01

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2023-01-31

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2022-06-01

Page Start

11

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25

Print ISSN

2636-4131

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2636-414X

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806

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Publication Title

International Journal of Heritage, Tourism and Hospitality

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https://ijhth.journals.ekb.eg/

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Swastika and Swastika Meander in Coptic Art and Architecture till the Tenth Century

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24 Dec 2024