The Egyptians Ancient Egypt Egypt and the Nile The Old Kingdom Building the Pyramids The Middle Kingdom Pharaohs The New Kingdom Religion Preparing for the Next World Towns and Cities Sculpture and Painting Craftsmen Writing Children and Education Farmers Trade and Ships Family Life Food and Drink Games and Hunting	Mirror Mirrors were made of metal, especially polished bronze. Although the Egyptians could make glass, they could not make it pure and true enough for mirrors.   Previous: Back Book: The Egyptians Section: Ancient Egypt Chapter: Craftsmen