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What is a
Cartouche?
A Cartouche is an oval emblem created in the
likeness of a magical braided rope that encircles the name of an
Egyptian King spelt out in Hieroglyphs. The rope was believed to protect
the king and to honor his name not only in life, but in death. Displayed
on tombs and monuments, Cartouches symbolized eternity and protection
from evil.
History
Cartouches first appeared during the Fourth
Dynasty while Pharaoh Sneferu ruled. It was known as a "shenu," a word
derived from the Egyptian word "sheni," which meant to encircle. This
shen had a double meaning, divine protection from evil and eternity.
When the first cartouches were uncovered by French soldiers, the
soldiers thought they looked like their bullet cartridges and called
them Cartouches, the French word for "cartridge". |
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