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Canopic chest, from the tomb of Tutankhamun (c. 1370-1352 BC) New Kingdom (alabaster)
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Canopic chest, from the tomb of Tutankhamun (c. 1370-1352 BC) New Kingdom (alabaster)
BAL59235 Canopic chest, from the tomb of Tutankhamun (c.1370-1352 BC) New Kingdom (alabaster) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); height: 86.4 cm; Egyptian National Museum, Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: adorned by the goddesses Isis, Nephthys, Serket and Neith; contained viscera; ); Egyptian, out of copyright
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This print showcases the exquisite Canopic chest, discovered in the tomb of Tutankhamun during the New Kingdom period in ancient Egypt. Crafted from alabaster by skilled artisans of the Egyptian 18th Dynasty, this remarkable piece stands at an impressive height of 86.4 cm. Adorned with intricate carvings and depictions of powerful goddesses such as Isis, Nephthys, Serket, and Neith, this chest held great significance in ancient Egyptian funerary practices. Its purpose was to safeguard and preserve the pharaoh's viscera after death. The attention to detail is truly awe-inspiring; every hieroglyphic inscription on its surface tells a story that has stood the test of time. The cartouche symbolizes protection and eternity for Tutankhamun's organs within. Now housed in the Egyptian National Museum in Cairo, Egypt, this masterpiece offers us a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of ancient Egypt. It serves as a testament to their advanced craftsmanship and spiritual beliefs that revolved around life after death. As we admire this photograph captured by Bridgeman Images, we are transported back thousands of years to witness firsthand the beauty and grandeur associated with one of history's most iconic archaeological discoveries – King Tutankhamun's tomb.
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