Most art pieces were discovered from tombs, often of Egyptian nobility. So many exquisite pieces of Egyptian art have made it to this day and age because of the durable substances that they were made of a lot of their art was made of clay or stone and the climate in which they were kept (hot desert air of Egypt) was perfect for preserving them. This specific culture is so interesting because of the many remains left for us to examine and study. The fascinating art of the Egyptian culture stretches from 3000 BC to today, as remnants left for us.