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Funerary mask of Psusennes I (c. 1039-991 BC) Third Intermediate Period
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Funerary mask of Psusennes I (c. 1039-991 BC) Third Intermediate Period
BAL43078 Funerary mask of Psusennes I (c.1039-991 BC) Third Intermediate Period (gold inlaid with lapis lazuli & black and white glass) by Egyptian 21st Dynasty (c.1069-945 BC); Egyptian National Museum, Cairo, Egypt; Egyptian, out of copyright
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False Beard Nemes Headcloth Pharaoh Uraeus
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This print showcases the exquisite Funerary mask of Psusennes I, a significant artifact from the Third Intermediate Period in ancient Egypt. Crafted during the 21st Dynasty (c. 1069-945 BC), this golden mask is adorned with intricate details such as lapis lazuli and black and white glass inlays. The mask features a nemes headcloth, which symbolizes royalty, along with a false beard and uraeus, representing power and divine protection. With its profile view, we get a glimpse into the regal countenance of Pharaoh Psusennes I himself. Psusennes I was an influential ruler who reigned from c. 1039 to 991 BC. This funerary mask was created to honor him after his death, serving as both a protective covering for his mummified body and an expression of his royal status. Now housed in the Egyptian National Museum in Cairo, Egypt, this remarkable piece offers us a window into ancient Egyptian culture and their beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife. Its craftsmanship reflects the skillful artistry that flourished during this period. As we admire this image captured by Bridgeman Images, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also its historical significance as it preserves the legacy of one of Egypt's mighty pharaohs.
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