Hall Of Egyptian Ethnography

This hall includes a large collection of objects related to traditional habits and customs in Egypt with special emphasis on the aspect of geographical distribution and spatial differentiation. A number of paintings illustrating many of the folkloric customs and rituals which still persist at the present, eg. ( wedding ceremonies, zar rituals, public baths, circumcision, smoking habits, women's ornaments, clothings, musical instruments, toys ..etc.). In display also, are valuable collections of interlaced stucco and coloured-glass windows with old Islamic designs. The hall of Egyptian ethnography gives the visitor a short and unique review of the traits and specificities of the vernacular aspects of life in the different parts of Egypt.