In this detailed view of an ancient Egyptian sarcophagus, the intricate craftsmanship of ancient funerary art is on full display.

In this detailed view of an ancient Egyptian sarcophagus, the intricate craftsmanship of ancient funerary art is on full display. The wooden layers of the coffin are delicately painted with hieroglyphs and scenes from Egyptian mythology, likely meant to guide the deceased safely into the afterlife. The nested coffins are a testament to the elaborate burial practices of the time, with the sarcophagus often symbolizing a protective embrace around the deceased.
This image highlights not only the beauty of ancient Egyptian art but also the cultural significance placed on death and the afterlife. The sarcophagus likely housed a high-ranking individual, whose journey through the afterlife was believed to be protected by divine forces. Such artifacts are often seen in museums today, like the Egyptian Museum in Cairo or other major collections worldwide, reminding visitors of the profound connection between life, death, and the divine in ancient Egypt

Inner coffin of Ankhshepenwepet

Inner coffin of Ankhshepenwepet | Third Intermediate Period | The  Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Singer of the Residence of Amun, Ankhshepenwepet, was buried in a tomb within the precinct of Hatshepsut’s temple in Deir el-Bahri. The burial was plundered and no traces were left of her mummy, which would have been placed in the inner coffin.

The inner coffin of Ankhshepenwepet has a new shape which was developed during Dynasty 25. It is broader, with square shoulders and an over-sized head. On her head she wears a lappet wig (the hair painted blue), and a vulture headdress formerly worn by only queens and goddesses. The decoration on the lid includes the scene of the weighing of the heart from the Book of the ᴅᴇᴀᴅ, and below it, for the first time on coffins, the mummy is depicted. It lies on an embalmer’s bed and a ba-bird, symbolizing Ankhshepenwepet’s spirit, hovers above it (see detail pH๏τo). Beneath the bed are two groups of objects; four canopic jars and four viscera bundles (containing the internal organs). The fact that the bundles are depicted suggests that the jars are “dummy” canopic jars, like the ones in Ankhshepenwepet’s tomb (25.3.205a-d).

Related Posts

Kemet (Ancient Egyptians) were always black and brown African people. Not only the evidence states but today also it’s the mentality of black peoples. Non-blacks feels a fool making movies about black people and say it’s their ancestors and get upset when the real descendants of these ancient Egyptians claim their heritage again and non-blacks especially Arabs and white people don’t have ties to the Ancient Egyptians at all. It’s sad, funny and disgusting all at the same time.

Kemet (Ancient Egyptians) were always black and brown African people. Not only the evidence states but today also it’s the mentality of black peoples. Non-blacks feels a…

The Ancient Egyptians is Black and African with Negroid phenotypes…and its proof….Dexter Caffey and Pharaoh Ramses the 3rd are twins.

The Ancient Egyptians is Black and African with Negroid phenotypes…and its proof….Dexter Caffey and Pharaoh Ramses the 3rd are twins. Non-Blacks might don’t like this but evidence…

The Ancient Egyptians is Black and African with Negroid phenotypes…and its proof….Dexter Caffey and Pharaoh Ramses the 3rd are twins.

The Ancient Egyptians is Black and African with Negroid phenotypes…and its proof….Dexter Caffey and Pharaoh Ramses the 3rd are twins. Non-Blacks might don’t like this but evidence…

Stela of Akhenaten, Neferтιтi, and Daughters | New Kingdom | Dyn. XVIII | Tell el-Amarna | Limestone | Inv. No. ÄM 14145 at Neues Museum

Stela of Akhenaten, Neferтιтi, and Daughters | New Kingdom | Dyn. XVIII | Tell el-Amarna | Limestone | Inv. No. ÄM 14145 at Neues Museum This stela…

The Archaeological Site of Al-hegra (Madain Salih) is the first World Heritage property to be inscribed in Saudi Arabia. Formerly known as Hegra it is the largest conserved site of the civilization of the Nabataeans south of Petra in Jordan. It features well-preserved monumental tombs with decorated facades dating from the 1st century BC to the 1st century AD. The site also features some 50 inscriptions of the pre-Nabataean period and some cave drawings. Al-Hijr bears a unique testimony to Nabataean civilization. With its 111 monumental tombs, 94 of which are decorated, and water wells, the site is an outstanding example of the Nabataeans’ architectural accomplishment and hydraulic expertise.

The Archaeological Site of Al-hegra (Madain Salih) is the first World Heritage property to be inscribed in Saudi Arabia. Formerly known as Hegra it is the largest…

The ‘Golden Throne’ of Tutankhamun, a unique work of art. The luxurious armchair is distinguished by the complexity of its technique and an abundance of details. Its colors have not faded over three thousand years, which serves as a testament to the high skill of the ancient Egyptian craftsmen.

The royal throne is made of wood, covered with gold and silver. It is ornamented with semi-precious stones and colored glᴀss. Two projecting lions’ heads protect the…