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Giovanni Belzoni [1778-1821]

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Definition: Legendary Italian pot hunter and early archaeologist, known for work at Abu Simbel and in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt. Best work is his recordation of the Seti paintings.

Elsewhere on the Web:

Abu Simbel
A glossary entry for this wonderful site.

Giovanni Belzoni
Brief biography of the old fellow, from the University of Minnesota at Mankato's E-Museum.

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