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Why was this woman ruler depicted in ancient art as a male pharaoh, with physically masculine traits and traditionally male garb? 🧵⬇️ (1/5)
A partially damaged limestone bust of Hatshepsut, an ancient Egyptian pharaoh, wearing a nemes headdress. Text says: The second confirmed woman pharaoh, Hatshepsut defied traditional gender roles to lead Egypt into an era of prosperity and monumental architectural achievements.
March 27, 2025 at 1:35 PM