Canopic Collection

Canopic shrine from the tomb of Tutankhamun (reigned 13321323 BC), as discovered by Howard Carter among others in 1922 in the Valley of Kings

Canopic jars. Egypt
Egypt. Canopic jars. Archaeological Museum. Istanbul. Turkey

Canopic jars
Polychormed canopic jars. Used by the egyptians during the mummification to preserve the viscera. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

CANOPIC JAR
Canopic jars, from the city of Canopis, are used to store the hearts or other organs of deceased people whose bodies have been mummified. Date: BCE

Canopic Jar with Human Head Lid, Egypt, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12 (about 1985-1773 BCE)

Canopic Jar of the Overseer of the Builders of Amun, Amenhotep, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep II (about 1427-1400 BCE)

Egyptian, Greek, and Roman Antiquities discovered by Mr Flinders Petrie (engraving)
1595386 Egyptian, Greek, and Roman Antiquities discovered by Mr Flinders Petrie (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egyptian, Greek)

Statuette of Isis from store chamber in Tutankhamuns tomb
A statuette of Isis, one of the guardian godesses of the canopic shrine, from the store chamber opened in Tutankhamuns tomb. Date: 1927

Richly Carved Canopic Shrine Glittering with Gold, c1935. Artist: Harry Burton
Richly Carved Canopic Shrine Glittering with Gold, c1935. From Our Wonderful World, Volume II, edited by J.A. Hammerton. [The Amalgamated Press, Ltd. London]

Treasure of Tutankhamun, canopic reliquary with four goddesses protecting the content

Horus presents the deceased to Osiris, Mummy-Case of Pensenhor, Thebes, c900 BC. Osiris as Judge of the Dead, with four Sons of Horus, (Canopic Gods)

Etruscan Soldier wearing early Chain Mail, Sarcophagus, Chiusi, c3rd century BC-2nd Century BC
Etruscan Soldier wearing early chain mail, from Sarcophagus in Chiusi, c3rd century BC-2nd Century BC

Etruscan Canopic Jar from Santano near Chiusi, 6 century BC. Etruscan canopic jars, typical of the area of Chiusi (Siena), are clay urns shaped like the head of a man or woman

Egyptian funerary slab of Meresimen, the singer of Amun. She adores Osiris, judge of the dead, and the four sons of Horus (the canopic gods)

Egyptian depiction of the four canopic gods and the bull-god Apis, from the British Museums collection

Canopic jar with lid in the form of a jackal: Duamutef. Egyp
Canopic jar with lid in the form of the head of a jackal: Duamutef. Third Intermediate Period. 21st-24th Dynasties. 10th-8th centuries BC. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

Egyptian Art. Tomb equipment of Gemniemhat. Saqqara, c. 1990 BC. Middle Kingdom. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark

Alabaster canopic shrine, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Alabaster heads from Tutankhamuns tomb
Three Alabaster heads portraying Tutankhamun (reigned 13321323 BC) from his tomb, as discovered by Howard Carter among others in 1922 in the Valley of Kings

Canopic jar. Tomb 116. Cemetery A. Riqqeh. C. 1950-1800 BC. E
Canopic jar for the deceaseds liver, lungs, stomach and intestines. Tomb 116. Cemetery A. Riqqeh, Egypt. C.1950-1800 BC. Middle Kingdom. Limestone. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum. Copenhagen. Denmark

Canopic jars. Tomb 116. Cemetery A. Riqqeh. C. 1950-1800 BC
Canopic jars for the deceaseds liver, lungs, stomach and intestines. Tomb 116. Cemetery A. Riqqeh, Egypt. C.1950-1800 BC. Middle Kingdom. Limestone. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum. Copenhagen. Denmark

Canopic jar. Tomb 57 of Iunefer. Hawara Cemetery. Egypt. C
Canopic jar to contain the entrails of a deceased. Tomb of Iunefer, number 57. Hawara Cemetery. Egypt. Limestone. 12th Dynasty. Middle Kingdom. Reign of Amenemhat III. C. 1831-1786 BC

Egyptian Art. Caponic jars. 31st Dynasty. Late Period
Egyptian Art. Canopic jars. Used by the egyptians during the mummification to preserve the viscera. It represents god Duamutef (jackal head) and god Imset (human head). 31st Dynasty

Canopic Jars: These were used to contain viscera of dead person, usually for burial with their mummified body. 26th Dynasty 664-525 BC

Canopic jar, vessel used for burial of embalmed viscera, Ancient Egypt

Canopic box of Sebekemsaf, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XIII
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XIII. Canopic box of Sebekemsaf

Egypt, 26th dynasty Canopic jars found in Abu Sir, Tomb of Iufaa, Dr. Zahi Hawass

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Canopic Jars: Ancient Egyptian Artifacts" Step into the captivating world of ancient Egypt with a glimpse into the enigmatic realm jars. These vessels, intricately crafted and steeped in symbolism, played a vital role in preserving the organs of mummified individuals. Canopic jars were an integral part of Egyptian burial rituals during various dynasties. They served as protective containers for specific organs - liver, lungs, stomach, and intestines - carefully removed from the deceased before embalming. Each jar was associated with one of four protective deities known as the Sons of Horus: Duamutef (jackal-headed), Hapi (baboon-headed), Imsety (human-headed), and Qebehsenuef (falcon-headed). The craftsmanship exhibited on these canopic jars is awe-inspiring. From exquisite lids shaped like animals or human heads to ornate carvings adorning their surfaces, they showcase the mastery and attention to detail that defined ancient Egyptian artistry. One remarkable example is a canopic jar discovered from Tutankhamun's tomb. This Middle Kingdom artifact features a lid adorned with an intricate carving depicting Isis, goddess of protection and motherhood. Another striking find is a beautifully carved shrine covered in gold leaf dating back to 1935; it sparkles with opulence even after centuries have passed. These treasures not only provide insight into ancient Egyptian beliefs about death and afterlife but also offer glimpses into their artistic prowess. The discovery by Mr Flinders Petrie further expanded our understanding through his collection encompassing Egyptian, Greek, and Roman antiquities. As we marvel at these remnants from another time, let us appreciate how they connect us to an era rich in history and culture—a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with life beyond mortality itself.