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by Jessica Izak Ernesto Schiaparelli was a distinguished Italian Egyptologist known for his significant contributions to the field of Egyptology and his extensive archaeological work in Egypt. Born in Occhieppo Inferiore, Schiaparelli showed an early passion for ancient history and…

by Leonie Zinth Günther Roeder was a German museologist and archaeologist who made important contributions to the documentation and exploration of Hermopolis Magna and other ancient sites. His academic career began in 1899 with studies in Jena and Berlin. He…

by Jessica Izak Mohamed Effendi Chabân was an Egyptian archaeologist who worked as a local inspector of antiquities at various sites. After his uncle Ahmed Kamal retired, he worked as an assistant curator at the Cairo Museum. In 1900, he…

by Johannes Ostermeier Towards the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century, efforts were made in large parts of Europe to acquire Greek papyri. At this time, the Royal Museums in Berlin were also endeavouring to…