E TUTANKHAMUN

MASK

By Kaneki, Servex, Alguien and

Jesi.
INTRODUCTION

The mask was made approx.

From 1354-1340 B.C. and is
considered the best known
piece of all Egyptian art.
 INFORMATION

The funerary mask was found in 1922 by archaeologist Howard Carter inside
the pirmamide located in the Valley of the Kings outside Thebes (Egypt), (only
royal tomb found intact in the Valley of the Kings) and represents the idealized
face of Tutankhamun, the mask was embedded in the face of the pharaoh's
mummy as a protection. The figure is on permanent display at the Egyptian
Museum in Cairo.
SCULPTURE
This mask sculpture of the
monarch was forged from
several expensive metals:
gold, lapislazuri, carnelian,
turquoise, virtea quartz
paste and obsidian.
 INFORMATION
Tutankhamun, also spelled Tutankhamen, was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh who ruled during
Tutankhamun, was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh who ruled during the 18th dynasty of the New Kingdom period in Egyptian the 18th dynasty of the New
Kingdom period in Egyptian history. He is best known for the intact tomb discovered in the Valley of the Kings in 1922 by
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3. Funerary Mask: One of the most iconic artifacts found in Tutankhamun's tomb is his funerary mask, made of gold and inlaid
with precious stones. The mask is considered a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian art and has become a symbol of the boy pharaoh.
4. Curse of the Pharaohs: The discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb was accompanied by tales of a "curse of the pharaohs,"
suggesting that anyone who disturbed the tomb would face dire consequences. While the curse has been largely debunked, it fueled
public fascination with the ancient Egyptian culture.
5. Cause of Death: The exact cause of Tutankhamun's death remains a subject of debate among historians and scientists. Some
theories propose an accident or illness, while others suggest political intrigue or foul play. Recent scientific examinations, including
a CT scan of his mummified remains, have shed some light on possible health issues, such as a broken leg and malaria.
6. Legacy: Although Tutankhamun had a relatively unremarkable reign, his tomb's discovery and the subsequent international
exhibitions of his treasures sparked a renewed interest in ancient Egypt worldwide. The artifacts found in his tomb provide
valuable insights into the art, craftsmanship, and religious beliefs of the time.
Tutankhamun's legacy as the "boy king" has left a lasting impact on popular culture and our understanding of ancient Egypt. The