She officially ruled as co-ruler with her stepson, Thutmose III, but had taken on powers as a pharaoh herself for between 7 and 21 years. Hatshepsut Hatshepsut 
The female king vanished from Egyptian history. WebHatshepsut was also astute enough to realize that her stronghold on the throne of Egypt was only as strong as priest's support of her. After her passing, Thutmose III, Hatshepsuts stepson, claimed the role of pharaoh, ruling for 30 years beyond Hatshepsuts death. Hatshepsut's divine birth. Hatshepsut ordered three more Obelisks to celebrate her 16th year as Pharaoh but Hatshepsut reigned in Egypt from 1478-1458 BCE, during the Eighteenth Dynasty, longer than any other woman of an indigenous Egyptian dynasty. WebHatshepsut was also astute enough to realize that her stronghold on the throne of Egypt was only as strong as priest's support of her. It has been suggested that this mummy is that of Hatshepsut and that it was removed to this tomb from KV20 either following a robbery or to protect her from the attempted obliteration of her memory. She also had many statues of herself at these sites. Hatshepsut ordered three more Obelisks to celebrate her 16th year as Pharaoh but Hatshepsut was a female pharaoh of Egypt. She officially ruled as co-ruler with her stepson, Thutmose III, but had taken on powers as a pharaoh herself for between 7 and 21 years. She treated her people with respect What was Hatshepsut's education? WebHatshepsut built two obelisks, cut at the Ancient Granite quarry in Aswan and transported them to Karnak Temple. The female king vanished from Egyptian history. She therefore made efforts to curry favor with them and succeeded admirably. WebThe situation wherein a monarchical position, normally held by one person, is held by two. to communicate to the Egyptian people her divine right to rule. And Hatshepsut was lacking a male descendent, she was mother of a single daughter, Princess Neferure. This way the people continued to think of her as their leader and pharaoh. Egypt's Minister of Antiquities, Zahi Hawass, believes a tooth in a box and other DNA evidence proves this is the body of the female pharaoh. WebHatshepsut claimed, falsely, to have restored the damage wrought by the Hyksos (Asian) kings during their rule in Egypt. She ruled longer than any other woman we know of who was an indigenous Egyptian. And Hatshepsut was lacking a male descendent, she was mother of a single daughter, Princess Neferure. In Thebes this focused on the temples of her divine father, the national god Amon-Re ( see Amon ). She was the daughter of King Thutmose I, an important and inspiring King of that time period. This way the people continued to think of her as their leader and pharaoh. As a woman occupying a traditionally male role, Pharaoh Hatshepsut needed to find a way to justify her unusual kingship in the eyes of her court and her subjects. Hatshepsut was an Egyptian ruler who lived and ruled during the first three decades of the fifteenth century B.C. In order to justify her position as pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut made use of inscriptions and reliefs (art, paintings, etc.) One of the obelisks still stands today. As a woman occupying a traditionally male role, Pharaoh Hatshepsut needed to find a way to justify her unusual kingship in the eyes of her court and her subjects. She officially ruled as co-ruler with her stepson, Thutmose III, but had taken on powers as a pharaoh herself for between 7 and 21 years. In order to do so, Maatkare Hatshepsut turned to art. Some people respected Hatshepsut as she was the first female pharaoh, but most people did not like her as they thought a female shouldn't be a pharaoh. WebAs the first female pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut's Impact on society was quite a large one. WebBy calling herself Maatkare, Hatshepsut was likely reassuring her people that they had a legitimate ruler on the throne. Death Knowing that her power grab was highly controversial, Hatshepsut fought to defend its legitimacy, pointing to her royal lineage and claiming that her father had appointed her his successor. WebThe situation wherein a monarchical position, normally held by one person, is held by two. Hatshepsut reigned in Egypt from 1478-1458 BCE, during the Eighteenth Dynasty, longer than any other woman of an indigenous Egyptian dynasty. WebOne way that Hatshepsut stayed in power was to construct many buildings and monuments throughout Egypt. WebHatshepsut built two obelisks, cut at the Ancient Granite quarry in Aswan and transported them to Karnak Temple. WebAs the first female pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut's Impact on society was quite a large one. In order to do so, Maatkare Hatshepsut turned to art. WebThe situation wherein a monarchical position, normally held by one person, is held by two. He arranged for her image as pharaoh to be removed from temples and monuments. In order to justify her position as pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut made use of inscriptions and reliefs (art, paintings, etc.) Some people respected Hatshepsut as she was the first female pharaoh, but most people did not like her as they thought a female shouldn't be a pharaoh. Death WebHatshepsut claimed, falsely, to have restored the damage wrought by the Hyksos (Asian) kings during their rule in Egypt. Hatshepsut's divine birth. Hatshepsut was an Egyptian ruler who lived and ruled during the first three decades of the fifteenth century B.C. Finally, Hatshepsut disposed of traditional female clothing and donned the garb of traditional male pharaohs. WebHatshepsut claimed, falsely, to have restored the damage wrought by the Hyksos (Asian) kings during their rule in Egypt. She treated her people with respect What was Hatshepsut's education? Knowing that her power grab was highly controversial, Hatshepsut fought to defend its legitimacy, pointing to her royal lineage and claiming that her father had appointed her his successor. Because she was female, but also a very successful ruler, she gave much empowerment to the women of Egypt. She therefore made efforts to curry favor with them and succeeded admirably. Hatshepsut ordered three more Obelisks to celebrate her 16th year as Pharaoh but Because she was female, but also a very successful ruler, she gave much empowerment to the women of Egypt. Hatshepsut declared herself pharaoh, ruling as a man would for over 20 years and portraying herself in statues and paintings with a male body and false beard. It was Thutmose III who demanded that evidence of Hatshepsuts rule be eradicated. to communicate to the Egyptian people her divine right to rule. WebBy calling herself Maatkare, Hatshepsut was likely reassuring her people that they had a legitimate ruler on the throne. He arranged for her image as pharaoh to be removed from temples and monuments. This way the people continued to think of her as their leader and pharaoh. After her passing, Thutmose III, Hatshepsuts stepson, claimed the role of pharaoh, ruling for 30 years beyond Hatshepsuts death. WebHatshepsut was also astute enough to realize that her stronghold on the throne of Egypt was only as strong as priest's support of her. She reigned between 1473 and 1458 B.C. To be pharaoh was not simply to rule the Egyptian state. Hatshepsut, also known as Maatkare, was an 18th Dynasty pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. She undertook an extensive building program. Soon after her death in 1457 BC, Hatshepsut's monuments were attacked, her statues dragged down and smashed and her image and titles defaced. WebAs the first female pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut's Impact on society was quite a large one. to communicate to the Egyptian people her divine right to rule. She reigned between 1473 and 1458 B.C. Soon after her death in 1457 BC, Hatshepsut's monuments were attacked, her statues dragged down and smashed and her image and titles defaced. Hatshepsut was an Egyptian ruler who lived and ruled during the first three decades of the fifteenth century B.C. She undertook an extensive building program. One of her most famous buildings was her mortuary temple at Djeser-Djeseru. It has been suggested that this mummy is that of Hatshepsut and that it was removed to this tomb from KV20 either following a robbery or to protect her from the attempted obliteration of her memory. And Hatshepsut was lacking a male descendent, she was mother of a single daughter, Princess Neferure. WebOne way that Hatshepsut stayed in power was to construct many buildings and monuments throughout Egypt. It was Thutmose III who demanded that evidence of Hatshepsuts rule be eradicated. There was more to it than making policy decisions or public appearances. There was more to it than making policy decisions or public appearances. 10. Hatshepsut stands out because of the way she inserted herself into the succession by bending contemporary political norms and her subsequent treatment after death. As a woman occupying a traditionally male role, Pharaoh Hatshepsut needed to find a way to justify her unusual kingship in the eyes of her court and her subjects. Egypt's Minister of Antiquities, Zahi Hawass, believes a tooth in a box and other DNA evidence proves this is the body of the female pharaoh. One of her most famous buildings was her mortuary temple at Djeser-Djeseru. Hatshepsut declared herself pharaoh, ruling as a man would for over 20 years and portraying herself in statues and paintings with a male body and false beard. WebBy calling herself Maatkare, Hatshepsut was likely reassuring her people that they had a legitimate ruler on the throne. It has been suggested that this mummy is that of Hatshepsut and that it was removed to this tomb from KV20 either following a robbery or to protect her from the attempted obliteration of her memory. To be pharaoh was not simply to rule the Egyptian state. Egypt's Minister of Antiquities, Zahi Hawass, believes a tooth in a box and other DNA evidence proves this is the body of the female pharaoh. Some people respected Hatshepsut as she was the first female pharaoh, but most people did not like her as they thought a female shouldn't be a pharaoh. Finally, Hatshepsut disposed of traditional female clothing and donned the garb of traditional male pharaohs. She treated her people with respect What was Hatshepsut's education? Death WebOne way that Hatshepsut stayed in power was to construct many buildings and monuments throughout Egypt. hatshepsut encouraged trade by sending people in northern egypt How did hatshepsut treat her people? She ruled longer than any other woman we know of who was an indigenous Egyptian. One of her most famous buildings was her mortuary temple at Djeser-Djeseru. hatshepsut encouraged trade by sending people in northern egypt How did hatshepsut treat her people? Finally, Hatshepsut disposed of traditional female clothing and donned the garb of traditional male pharaohs. She therefore made efforts to curry favor with them and succeeded admirably. Hatshepsut, also known as Maatkare, was an 18th Dynasty pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. The female king vanished from Egyptian history. She legitimised her position as pharaoh by establishing a divine right to rule in inscriptions that she had commissioned. One of the obelisks still stands today. 10. She was the daughter of King Thutmose I, an important and inspiring King of that time period. In Thebes this focused on the temples of her divine father, the national god Amon-Re ( see Amon ). WebHatshepsut was usually carved or drawn as a man, complete with muscles and a beard, as was the artistic tradition for pharaohs. Soon after her death in 1457 BC, Hatshepsut's monuments were attacked, her statues dragged down and smashed and her image and titles defaced. hatshepsut encouraged trade by sending people in northern egypt How did hatshepsut treat her people? There was more to it than making policy decisions or public appearances. WebHatshepsut was usually carved or drawn as a man, complete with muscles and a beard, as was the artistic tradition for pharaohs. In Thebes this focused on the temples of her divine father, the national god Amon-Re ( see Amon ). It was Thutmose III who demanded that evidence of Hatshepsuts rule be eradicated. Hatshepsut was a female pharaoh of Egypt. To be pharaoh was not simply to rule the Egyptian state. In order to justify her position as pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut made use of inscriptions and reliefs (art, paintings, etc.) It was then thought that if a woman could rule a kingdom, then why couldn't she do anything else. Because she was female, but also a very successful ruler, she gave much empowerment to the women of Egypt. He arranged for her image as pharaoh to be removed from temples and monuments. WebHatshepsut built two obelisks, cut at the Ancient Granite quarry in Aswan and transported them to Karnak Temple. Hatshepsut stands out because of the way she inserted herself into the succession by bending contemporary political norms and her subsequent treatment after death. 10. Knowing that her power grab was highly controversial, Hatshepsut fought to defend its legitimacy, pointing to her royal lineage and claiming that her father had appointed her his successor. After her passing, Thutmose III, Hatshepsuts stepson, claimed the role of pharaoh, ruling for 30 years beyond Hatshepsuts death. She also had many statues of herself at these sites. Hatshepsut was a female pharaoh of Egypt. Hatshepsut, also known as Maatkare, was an 18th Dynasty pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. In order to do so, Maatkare Hatshepsut turned to art. She legitimised her position as pharaoh by establishing a divine right to rule in inscriptions that she had commissioned. Hatshepsut reigned in Egypt from 1478-1458 BCE, during the Eighteenth Dynasty, longer than any other woman of an indigenous Egyptian dynasty. She also had many statues of herself at these sites. She was the daughter of King Thutmose I, an important and inspiring King of that time period. Hatshepsut declared herself pharaoh, ruling as a man would for over 20 years and portraying herself in statues and paintings with a male body and false beard. She reigned between 1473 and 1458 B.C. It was then thought that if a woman could rule a kingdom, then why couldn't she do anything else. Hatshepsut's divine birth. She undertook an extensive building program. It was then thought that if a woman could rule a kingdom, then why couldn't she do anything else. WebHatshepsut was usually carved or drawn as a man, complete with muscles and a beard, as was the artistic tradition for pharaohs. She ruled longer than any other woman we know of who was an indigenous Egyptian. She legitimised her position as pharaoh by establishing a divine right to rule in inscriptions that she had commissioned. Hatshepsut stands out because of the way she inserted herself into the succession by bending contemporary political norms and her subsequent treatment after death. One of the obelisks still stands today.
The female king vanished from Egyptian history. WebHatshepsut was also astute enough to realize that her stronghold on the throne of Egypt was only as strong as priest's support of her. After her passing, Thutmose III, Hatshepsuts stepson, claimed the role of pharaoh, ruling for 30 years beyond Hatshepsuts death. Hatshepsut's divine birth. Hatshepsut ordered three more Obelisks to celebrate her 16th year as Pharaoh but Hatshepsut reigned in Egypt from 1478-1458 BCE, during the Eighteenth Dynasty, longer than any other woman of an indigenous Egyptian dynasty. WebHatshepsut was also astute enough to realize that her stronghold on the throne of Egypt was only as strong as priest's support of her. It has been suggested that this mummy is that of Hatshepsut and that it was removed to this tomb from KV20 either following a robbery or to protect her from the attempted obliteration of her memory. She also had many statues of herself at these sites. Hatshepsut ordered three more Obelisks to celebrate her 16th year as Pharaoh but Hatshepsut was a female pharaoh of Egypt. She officially ruled as co-ruler with her stepson, Thutmose III, but had taken on powers as a pharaoh herself for between 7 and 21 years. She treated her people with respect What was Hatshepsut's education? WebHatshepsut built two obelisks, cut at the Ancient Granite quarry in Aswan and transported them to Karnak Temple. The female king vanished from Egyptian history. She therefore made efforts to curry favor with them and succeeded admirably. WebThe situation wherein a monarchical position, normally held by one person, is held by two. to communicate to the Egyptian people her divine right to rule. And Hatshepsut was lacking a male descendent, she was mother of a single daughter, Princess Neferure. This way the people continued to think of her as their leader and pharaoh. Egypt's Minister of Antiquities, Zahi Hawass, believes a tooth in a box and other DNA evidence proves this is the body of the female pharaoh. WebHatshepsut claimed, falsely, to have restored the damage wrought by the Hyksos (Asian) kings during their rule in Egypt. She ruled longer than any other woman we know of who was an indigenous Egyptian. And Hatshepsut was lacking a male descendent, she was mother of a single daughter, Princess Neferure. In Thebes this focused on the temples of her divine father, the national god Amon-Re ( see Amon ). She was the daughter of King Thutmose I, an important and inspiring King of that time period. This way the people continued to think of her as their leader and pharaoh. As a woman occupying a traditionally male role, Pharaoh Hatshepsut needed to find a way to justify her unusual kingship in the eyes of her court and her subjects. Hatshepsut was an Egyptian ruler who lived and ruled during the first three decades of the fifteenth century B.C. In order to justify her position as pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut made use of inscriptions and reliefs (art, paintings, etc.) One of the obelisks still stands today. As a woman occupying a traditionally male role, Pharaoh Hatshepsut needed to find a way to justify her unusual kingship in the eyes of her court and her subjects. She officially ruled as co-ruler with her stepson, Thutmose III, but had taken on powers as a pharaoh herself for between 7 and 21 years. In order to do so, Maatkare Hatshepsut turned to art. Some people respected Hatshepsut as she was the first female pharaoh, but most people did not like her as they thought a female shouldn't be a pharaoh. WebAs the first female pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut's Impact on society was quite a large one. WebBy calling herself Maatkare, Hatshepsut was likely reassuring her people that they had a legitimate ruler on the throne. Death Knowing that her power grab was highly controversial, Hatshepsut fought to defend its legitimacy, pointing to her royal lineage and claiming that her father had appointed her his successor. WebThe situation wherein a monarchical position, normally held by one person, is held by two. Hatshepsut reigned in Egypt from 1478-1458 BCE, during the Eighteenth Dynasty, longer than any other woman of an indigenous Egyptian dynasty. WebOne way that Hatshepsut stayed in power was to construct many buildings and monuments throughout Egypt. WebHatshepsut built two obelisks, cut at the Ancient Granite quarry in Aswan and transported them to Karnak Temple. WebAs the first female pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut's Impact on society was quite a large one. In order to do so, Maatkare Hatshepsut turned to art. WebThe situation wherein a monarchical position, normally held by one person, is held by two. He arranged for her image as pharaoh to be removed from temples and monuments. In order to justify her position as pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut made use of inscriptions and reliefs (art, paintings, etc.) Some people respected Hatshepsut as she was the first female pharaoh, but most people did not like her as they thought a female shouldn't be a pharaoh. Death WebHatshepsut claimed, falsely, to have restored the damage wrought by the Hyksos (Asian) kings during their rule in Egypt. Hatshepsut's divine birth. Hatshepsut was an Egyptian ruler who lived and ruled during the first three decades of the fifteenth century B.C. Finally, Hatshepsut disposed of traditional female clothing and donned the garb of traditional male pharaohs. WebHatshepsut claimed, falsely, to have restored the damage wrought by the Hyksos (Asian) kings during their rule in Egypt. She treated her people with respect What was Hatshepsut's education? Knowing that her power grab was highly controversial, Hatshepsut fought to defend its legitimacy, pointing to her royal lineage and claiming that her father had appointed her his successor. Because she was female, but also a very successful ruler, she gave much empowerment to the women of Egypt. She therefore made efforts to curry favor with them and succeeded admirably. Hatshepsut ordered three more Obelisks to celebrate her 16th year as Pharaoh but Because she was female, but also a very successful ruler, she gave much empowerment to the women of Egypt. Hatshepsut declared herself pharaoh, ruling as a man would for over 20 years and portraying herself in statues and paintings with a male body and false beard. It was Thutmose III who demanded that evidence of Hatshepsuts rule be eradicated. to communicate to the Egyptian people her divine right to rule. WebBy calling herself Maatkare, Hatshepsut was likely reassuring her people that they had a legitimate ruler on the throne. He arranged for her image as pharaoh to be removed from temples and monuments. This way the people continued to think of her as their leader and pharaoh. After her passing, Thutmose III, Hatshepsuts stepson, claimed the role of pharaoh, ruling for 30 years beyond Hatshepsuts death. WebHatshepsut was also astute enough to realize that her stronghold on the throne of Egypt was only as strong as priest's support of her. She reigned between 1473 and 1458 B.C. To be pharaoh was not simply to rule the Egyptian state. Hatshepsut, also known as Maatkare, was an 18th Dynasty pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. She undertook an extensive building program. Soon after her death in 1457 BC, Hatshepsut's monuments were attacked, her statues dragged down and smashed and her image and titles defaced. WebAs the first female pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut's Impact on society was quite a large one. to communicate to the Egyptian people her divine right to rule. She reigned between 1473 and 1458 B.C. Soon after her death in 1457 BC, Hatshepsut's monuments were attacked, her statues dragged down and smashed and her image and titles defaced. Hatshepsut was an Egyptian ruler who lived and ruled during the first three decades of the fifteenth century B.C. She undertook an extensive building program. One of her most famous buildings was her mortuary temple at Djeser-Djeseru. It has been suggested that this mummy is that of Hatshepsut and that it was removed to this tomb from KV20 either following a robbery or to protect her from the attempted obliteration of her memory. And Hatshepsut was lacking a male descendent, she was mother of a single daughter, Princess Neferure. WebOne way that Hatshepsut stayed in power was to construct many buildings and monuments throughout Egypt. It was Thutmose III who demanded that evidence of Hatshepsuts rule be eradicated. There was more to it than making policy decisions or public appearances. There was more to it than making policy decisions or public appearances. 10. Hatshepsut stands out because of the way she inserted herself into the succession by bending contemporary political norms and her subsequent treatment after death. As a woman occupying a traditionally male role, Pharaoh Hatshepsut needed to find a way to justify her unusual kingship in the eyes of her court and her subjects. Egypt's Minister of Antiquities, Zahi Hawass, believes a tooth in a box and other DNA evidence proves this is the body of the female pharaoh. One of her most famous buildings was her mortuary temple at Djeser-Djeseru. Hatshepsut declared herself pharaoh, ruling as a man would for over 20 years and portraying herself in statues and paintings with a male body and false beard. WebBy calling herself Maatkare, Hatshepsut was likely reassuring her people that they had a legitimate ruler on the throne. It has been suggested that this mummy is that of Hatshepsut and that it was removed to this tomb from KV20 either following a robbery or to protect her from the attempted obliteration of her memory. To be pharaoh was not simply to rule the Egyptian state. Egypt's Minister of Antiquities, Zahi Hawass, believes a tooth in a box and other DNA evidence proves this is the body of the female pharaoh. Some people respected Hatshepsut as she was the first female pharaoh, but most people did not like her as they thought a female shouldn't be a pharaoh. Finally, Hatshepsut disposed of traditional female clothing and donned the garb of traditional male pharaohs. She treated her people with respect What was Hatshepsut's education? Death WebOne way that Hatshepsut stayed in power was to construct many buildings and monuments throughout Egypt. hatshepsut encouraged trade by sending people in northern egypt How did hatshepsut treat her people? She ruled longer than any other woman we know of who was an indigenous Egyptian. One of her most famous buildings was her mortuary temple at Djeser-Djeseru. hatshepsut encouraged trade by sending people in northern egypt How did hatshepsut treat her people? Finally, Hatshepsut disposed of traditional female clothing and donned the garb of traditional male pharaohs. She therefore made efforts to curry favor with them and succeeded admirably. Hatshepsut, also known as Maatkare, was an 18th Dynasty pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. The female king vanished from Egyptian history. She legitimised her position as pharaoh by establishing a divine right to rule in inscriptions that she had commissioned. One of the obelisks still stands today. 10. She was the daughter of King Thutmose I, an important and inspiring King of that time period. In Thebes this focused on the temples of her divine father, the national god Amon-Re ( see Amon ). WebHatshepsut was usually carved or drawn as a man, complete with muscles and a beard, as was the artistic tradition for pharaohs. Soon after her death in 1457 BC, Hatshepsut's monuments were attacked, her statues dragged down and smashed and her image and titles defaced. hatshepsut encouraged trade by sending people in northern egypt How did hatshepsut treat her people? There was more to it than making policy decisions or public appearances. WebHatshepsut was usually carved or drawn as a man, complete with muscles and a beard, as was the artistic tradition for pharaohs. In Thebes this focused on the temples of her divine father, the national god Amon-Re ( see Amon ). It was Thutmose III who demanded that evidence of Hatshepsuts rule be eradicated. Hatshepsut was a female pharaoh of Egypt. To be pharaoh was not simply to rule the Egyptian state. In order to justify her position as pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut made use of inscriptions and reliefs (art, paintings, etc.) It was then thought that if a woman could rule a kingdom, then why couldn't she do anything else. Because she was female, but also a very successful ruler, she gave much empowerment to the women of Egypt. He arranged for her image as pharaoh to be removed from temples and monuments. WebHatshepsut built two obelisks, cut at the Ancient Granite quarry in Aswan and transported them to Karnak Temple. Hatshepsut stands out because of the way she inserted herself into the succession by bending contemporary political norms and her subsequent treatment after death. 10. Knowing that her power grab was highly controversial, Hatshepsut fought to defend its legitimacy, pointing to her royal lineage and claiming that her father had appointed her his successor. After her passing, Thutmose III, Hatshepsuts stepson, claimed the role of pharaoh, ruling for 30 years beyond Hatshepsuts death. She also had many statues of herself at these sites. Hatshepsut was a female pharaoh of Egypt. Hatshepsut, also known as Maatkare, was an 18th Dynasty pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. In order to do so, Maatkare Hatshepsut turned to art. She legitimised her position as pharaoh by establishing a divine right to rule in inscriptions that she had commissioned. Hatshepsut reigned in Egypt from 1478-1458 BCE, during the Eighteenth Dynasty, longer than any other woman of an indigenous Egyptian dynasty. She also had many statues of herself at these sites. She was the daughter of King Thutmose I, an important and inspiring King of that time period. Hatshepsut declared herself pharaoh, ruling as a man would for over 20 years and portraying herself in statues and paintings with a male body and false beard. She reigned between 1473 and 1458 B.C. It was then thought that if a woman could rule a kingdom, then why couldn't she do anything else. Hatshepsut's divine birth. She undertook an extensive building program. It was then thought that if a woman could rule a kingdom, then why couldn't she do anything else. WebHatshepsut was usually carved or drawn as a man, complete with muscles and a beard, as was the artistic tradition for pharaohs. She ruled longer than any other woman we know of who was an indigenous Egyptian. She legitimised her position as pharaoh by establishing a divine right to rule in inscriptions that she had commissioned. Hatshepsut stands out because of the way she inserted herself into the succession by bending contemporary political norms and her subsequent treatment after death. One of the obelisks still stands today.