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How ancient is temporal arteritis?

T Appelboom1, A van Eigem

  • 1Division of Rheumatology, Erasmus University Hospital, University of Brussels, Belgium.

The Journal of Rheumatology
|July 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Amarnian art reveals potential medical conditions. The Harpist artwork shows symptoms suggesting temporal arteritis and polymyalgia rheumatica.

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Area of Science:

  • Paleopathology
  • Art History
  • Egyptology

Background:

  • Amarnian art (1350 BC, 18th Dynasty) is known for its realism.
  • The tomb of Pa-Aton-Em-Heb contains a notable artwork titled 'The Harpist'.

Observation:

  • The Harpist artwork displays specific physical characteristics.
  • These include closed eyes with swollen lids, a vacant stare, rounded shoulders, and a wasted face.
  • Unique temporal area details, hollowed and marked by a line from eyebrow to eye corner, are present.

Findings:

  • The observed details in 'The Harpist' are unique within Amarnian art.
  • These symptoms align with potential medical conditions, specifically temporal arteritis.
  • The association with polymyalgia rheumatica is also considered due to symptom overlap.

Implications:

  • Artistic representations can offer insights into ancient medical conditions.
  • This case highlights the potential for paleopathological diagnosis through art.
  • Further research could illuminate the health of individuals in ancient Egypt.

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