HellenisticEgyptian
Hellenistic Egyptian refers to the cultural and political identity that emerged in Egypt during the Hellenistic period, following the conquest of Alexander the Great in 332 BCE and the subsequent rule of the Ptolemaic dynasty. The term highlights the blending of Greek (Hellenic) and Egyptian traditions that defined the era.
The Ptolemaic kings adopted many aspects of Egyptian priesthood and mythology to legitimize their rule, while
Culturally, Hellenistic Egyptian art integrated Greek realism with Egyptian symbolism. Statues of Ptolemaic rulers often portrayed
Politically, the Ptolemaic State was a dynastic monarchy that combined Greek bureaucratic practices with traditional Egyptian
The legacy of the Hellenistic Egyptian period is evident in the continuation of Greek influences in art,