Eighth Dynasty (Egyptian)

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Refers to the period in Egypt from sometime after the end of the Sixth Dynasty about 2150 to about 2130 BCE; the Seventh and Eighth Dynasties are usually grouped together in sources. Little is known about the art and architecture of the period.
Eighth Dynasty
Accepted term: 02-Dec-2024