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A burial in Ancient Egypt by Matania
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A burial in Ancient Egypt by Matania
A Burial in Ancient Egypt - A Reconstruction of the Scene at the Entombment of a High Official. Women mourners lamenting before the mummy of the departed Egyptian whilst the priest conducts the burial service. One of a number of reconstructed scenes illustrated by Fortunino Matania around the time of the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamen by Howard Carter in Egypt. Date: 1923
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Belief Burial Egyptians Entombment Lamenting Matania Mourners Mourning Mummies Mummy Official Priest Reconstruction Ritual Rituals Tomb Tutankhamen 1923 Afterlife
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A Burial in Ancient Egypt
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is a captivating and intricately detailed print by Fortunino Matania, offering a poignant glimpse into the rituals and beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife in ancient Egyptian culture. The scene, set against a backdrop of rich, golden sand and towering cliffs, depicts the entombment of a high Egyptian official. The central focus is the mummified form of the deceased, surrounded by mourning women who lament and pay their respects. Their grief is palpable, their faces etched with sorrow and despair. The priest, dressed in traditional garb and adorned with intricate headdress and collar, conducts the burial service. His role was crucial in ensuring the deceased's safe passage to the afterlife. The ritualistic nature of the scene is further emphasized by the presence of offerings and symbols, such as the Ankh, the symbol of life, and the Was scepter, a symbol of power and dominion. This reconstruction by Matania was created around the time of the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamen by Howard Carter in Egypt in 1923. The print serves as a testament to the enduring fascination with the ancient Egyptian civilization and its unique beliefs and practices. The meticulous attention to detail and authenticity in the depiction of the scene underscores Matania's mastery of the medium and his deep understanding of the subject matter. The print invites us to reflect on the profound significance of death and the afterlife in ancient Egyptian culture and the continuity of these beliefs throughout history.
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