John Taylor
Curator in the Department of Egypt and Sudan at the British Museum, providing specialist analysis of the tomb's objects, funerary equipment and their significance.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 53min
Tutankhamun (Archive Episode)
Christina Riggs, a Professor of the History of Visual Culture, shares insights on the stunning 1922 discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb and its historical significance. Elizabeth Frood, an Associate Professor of Egyptology, delves into the archaeological context and the treasures within the tomb. John Taylor, a curator at the British Museum, examines the funerary artifacts and their importance. Together, they explore the enduring global fascination with Tutankhamun and how the excavation shaped perceptions of ancient Egypt.
Dec 26, 2019 • 53min
Tutankhamun
Elizabeth Frood, an Egyptology expert from Oxford, Christina Riggs, a visual culture scholar, and John Taylor, a curator at the British Museum, dive into the fascinating world of Tutankhamun. They discuss the dramatic 1922 discovery of his tomb and the subsequent media frenzy that transformed public perception of ancient Egypt. The conversation highlights the pivotal role of photography in archaeology, examines the legacies of Tutankhamun's royal family, and explores the ongoing cultural impact of his treasures on Egyptian identity and art today.
