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Ancient Egyptian Art Used Body Parts From Donkeys and Antelopes

Nature reports that ancient Egyptians crafted art using body parts from animals ranging from donkeys to antelopes.

By Xentir Media Newsroom · Editorial standards by Jomon · September 14, 2026 · 1 min read
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
  • Ancient Egyptians used body parts from animals including donkeys and antelopes to make art.
  • Makers also incorporated plant materials into their artworks.
  • Creators sourced ingredients from more species than previously thought.

Ancient Egyptians used body parts from animals ranging from donkeys to antelopes to make art, according to reporting published in Nature.

Makers also used plant materials in their artworks. Researchers found that creators sourced ingredients from more species than previously thought.

SOURCES
Body parts used for ancient Egyptian artworks traced to surprising source — Nature
Nature · DOI 10.1038/d41586-026-02739-3
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