photo: Rose Callahan.

November 2022 marks the centennial of the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun and although "King Tut" is a household name, his nine-year rule pales in comparison to the revolutionary reign of his parents.

John and Colleen Darnell's latest book, EGYPT'S GOLDEN COUPLE: WHEN AKHENATEN AND NEFERTITI WERE GODS ON EARTH was just released by St. Martin's Press. Combining fascinating scholarship, detective suspense, and adventurous thrills, the book is a journey through excavations, museums, hieroglyphic texts, and stunning artifacts. In this lecture, the Darnells will discuss how archaeological discoveries at Akhenaten's capital city in Middle Egypt contributed to Egyptomania and Egyptian revival design before the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922. Understanding the artistic transformations of Akhenaten and Nefertiti's reign also enhances an appreciation for the "aspective" features of later Art Deco style.

To preorder EGYPT'S GOLDEN COUPLE, visit Egypt's Golden Couple (macmillan.com).

This is a live virtual event on Zoom. If you are unable to make the live presentation, you will receive a link to view the program at your convenience for a window of time.

Akhenaten and Nefertiti, parents of “King Tut.” Collection of Brooklyn Museum.