![]() ![]() Papyrus making was not revived until around 1969. Eventually, the papyrus plant disappeared from the area of the Nile, where it was once the lifeblood for ancient Egypt. This not only led to a decline in papyrus paper making, but also to a decline in the papyrus plant cultivation. The way of making pulp paper was far easier to produce but not as durable. No substitution for papyrus paper could be found that was as durable and lightweight until the development of pulped paper by the Arabs. Not only was this ancient Egypt’s greatest export but it revolutionized the way people kept valuable information. However, the singularly most important and valuable product was the papyrus paper. This plant was quite versatile and was not only used in the production of paper but it was also used in the manufacture of boats, rope and baskets. This plant grew along the banks of the Nile and provided the Egyptians with the necessary raw materials. The raw material of papyrus paper comes from the plant Cyperus papyrus. ![]() The first use of papyrus paper is believed to have been 4000 BC. Once the technology of papyrus making was developed, its method of production was kept secret allowing the Egyptians to have a monopoly on it. It helped transform Egyptian society in many ways. Papyrus was very important to the ancient Egyptians. Papyrus – is the oldest form of paper in the world - and coloring the impressions of very famous characters such as King Tut, Queen Nefertiti, Queen Cleopatra, monuments such as the Pyramids and Sphinx and Papyrus Cartouches.Ī variety of colours mixed with traditional GOLD outlines giving you a feeling of the past. It is very touching, made from the plant Papyrus. ![]() This most amazing ancient, natural art work is from Egypt being 100% original. ![]()
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