Threads and Hides: Exploring Leather and Linen in Ancient Egypt
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 Published On Jun 6, 2024

Delve into the world of ancient Egypt and discover the fascinating materials that clothed and protected its people - leather and linen!

This video explores the contrasting roles of these two essential materials in ancient Egyptian life. We'll utilize captivating visuals captured directly from Discovery Tour Ancient Egypt by Ubisoft, on PC (HP Envy with Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-9700 CPU @ 3.00GHz 64-bits and Nvidia Geforce GTX 10650) with a Ubisoft+ subscription.

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The dominance of linen: Explore the reasons why linen, derived from the flax plant, was the preferred fabric for clothing in the hot Egyptian climate.
Linen's versatility: Witness how linen was used for garments of all social classes, from simple loincloths to elaborate, draped clothing.
The importance of leather: Discover how leather, while less common, played a crucial role in specific items like sandals, bags, and military equipment.
The tanning process: Learn about the techniques used by Egyptians to treat animal hides and create durable leather.
Gain a deeper understanding of how these materials shaped the daily lives and social structures of ancient Egypt.

This video is perfect for anyone interested in:

Ancient Egyptian clothing and textiles
The role of materials in daily life and social hierarchy
The techniques and processes used to create leather and linen goods
Understanding the impact of climate on material choices
Keywords: #AncientEgypt #Leather #Linen #Textiles #Clothing #SocialClass #Climate #Tanning #Sandals #Bags #Military #DiscoveryTourAncientEgypt #Ubisoft

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