Ancient Egyptian Papyrus Painting, King Tutankhamun - Tut, Death Mask from Innermost Coffin, Wall Decor Papyrus Art, Hand Painted Gifts
The death mask is an absolute masterpiece of Egyptian art! Originally, it was placed directly on the shoulders of the mummy inside the innermost gold coffin. Can you believe that the mask is made of two sheets of gold that were hammered together and weighs a whopping 22.5 pounds. (10.23 kg) Tutankhamen looks absolutely stunning in his striped nemes headdress, a symbol of his royal status in ancient Egypt. The goddesses Nekhbet and Wadjet are there to protect him, highlighting his divine connection. And let's not forget about the false beard, which adds to his godly appearance, as seen in the inner coffin. To top it all off, he wears a magnificent broad collar with falcon head terminals that truly make him stand out! The reverse side of the mask is adorned with Spell 151b from the Book of the Dead! An ancient Egyptian funerary text used as a guide for the afterlife. This spell specifically safeguards Tutankhamun's limbs as he journeys into the underworld! • Certificate of AuthenticityOu