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Death Mask of Tutankhamen Image

Death Mask of Tutankhamen from innermost coffin; Sculpture (gold with inlaid semi-precious stones). Egypt, 18th Dynasty. Site: Thebes, Tomb of Tutankhamen. Period Date: 1570-1314 BCE. Object Date: c. 1325 BCE. The death mask really is magnificent even to someone with no knowledge of the finer points of Egyptian antiquities. Made of solid gold and i...

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Portable Chest-Shrine with Anubis Figure

Portable Chest-Shrine with Anubis Figure: Medium Sculpture (carved wood, painted and gilded); Era or Culture Egypt, 18th Dynasty; Site Thebes, Tomb of Tutankhamen; Country Egypt (Ancient); Period Date 1570-1314 BCE. Object Date c. 1325 BCE. Reign dates for Tutankhamen: c. 1334-1325 BCE....

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Great Pyramids of Gizeh

Great Pyramids of Gizeh: Khufu (Cheops) c2530 BC; Khafre (Chefren) c2500 BC; Mankure (Mycerinus) c2740 BC. [Image from Yale University]...

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Senmut with Princess Nefrua (block statue)

The block statue of Senmut with Princess Neferure is a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian sculpture. It was created in the 15th century BC during the reign of Queen Hatshepsut, and it depicts Senmut, the queen's steward and tutor to her daughter Neferure, seated with Neferure on his lap. The statue is made of quartzite and is over 1.5 meters (5 feet) ...

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Model Boat with Figures

A "Model Boat with Figures" is a miniature replica of a boat or ship, typically crafted with great attention to detail and realism. These intricate models often include miniature figurines placed onboard, which can represent sailors, passengers, or other relevant characters. Description: A Model Boat with Figures is a work of art and craftsmanship ...

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Court and Stepped Pyramid of King Zoser

Court and Stepped Pyramid of King Zoser: c2610-2600 BC; Saqqara. [Image from Yale University]...

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Khafre from Gizeh

Khafre (Chefren) from Gizeh: c2500 BC. Egyptian Museum, Cairo. Diorite 66" high. [Image from Yale University]...

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Seated Scribe

The "Seated Scribe" is an extraordinary ancient Egyptian statue renowned for its remarkable artistry and historical significance. Here's a brief description: Seated Scribe: The Seated Scribe is an ancient Egyptian statue that depicts a scribe in a seated position. It is celebrated for its lifelike and detailed portrayal of an individual from ancien...

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Mummy Case of Djed Mout

The Mummy Case of Djed Mout is a painted wooden anthropoid coffin from the 22nd Dynasty of Ancient Egypt (c. 945-715 BC). It is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The coffin is made of wood and is covered in a layer of gesso. The gesso is painted with a variety of scenes and symbols, including the goddess Nut, ...

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Seated Hatshepsut

Seated Hatshepsut: Medium Sculpture (carved limestone, partially restored); Era or Culture Egypt, 18th Dynasty; Site Deir el Bahri; Country Egypt (Ancient); Period Date 1570-1314 BCE. Object Date c. 1490-1460 BCE. Hatshepsut reign dates: c .1504-1482 BCE....

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