Echoes Of Antiquity: The Ancient Egyptian Stone Handicraft Heritage from Luxor's West Bank

In Luxor's West Bank, stone handicrafts represent an ancient Egyptian intangible cultural heritage, serving as both a local economic asset and a defining feature of the contemporary cityscape. This study investigates the enduring legacy of these crafts by analyzing their materials, techniques,production stages, and final products. Utilizing an analytical descriptive methodology, it explores their evolution across time, comparing ancient Egyptian practices with modern approaches. Through an interdisciplinary framework integrating archaeological findings, cultural analyses, and artisanal insights, the research provides certain perspectives on the persistence of this ancient craft in a modern milieu. By examining the production stages of stone handicrafts, the study illuminates the enduring traditions and innovations that have shaped this craft over time.