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Ancient Egyptian Painted Cartonnage Mummy Mask

$48,000
£36,355.54
€41,748.19
CA$67,268.59
A$73,162.01
CHF 38,773.19
MX$876,633.70
NOK 492,787.30
SEK 451,460.16
DKK 312,051.46

About the Item

Cartonnage masks such as this were used to protect and idealize the facial features of the deceased in burial. The oversized eyes outlined with extending cosmetic lines and conforming brows are typical of the type. This endearing portrait also features a slender nose, gentle smiling lips, and an elegant floral patterned headdress with headband over an elaborately echeloned wig. The striking pigment that still remains over much of the painted surface is in unusually good condition, and provides a palpable sense of vitality to the piece. Notes In ancient Egypt, masks were primarily used for funerary purposes as death masks. Ancient Egyptians believed that it was extremely important to preserve the body of a dead person because the soul must have a place where to dwell upon death. Preservation of the dead body was achieved by mummification but it was also considered equally important for the soul to be able to recognize the body, so it can return to it. For such reason death masks were abundantly used, made in the likeness of the deceased. Early masks were made from wood, followed by masks in cartonnage, a material made from papyrus or linen and soaked in plaster and then fitted to a wooden mold. Royal death masks were made from precious metals, mostly gold or gold leaves on bronze. All death masks were made to resemble the deceased but with slightly enlarged eyes and a faint smile. They also showed the fashion of the moment with painted jewellery and makeup.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    Egyptian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Linen,Wood,Carved,Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    Egypt
  • Period:
    15th Century and Earlier
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late New Kingdom to Third Intermediate Period, 1186 BC to 945 BC
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Painted surface overall with light crazing. Some dirt staining to proper right cheek and some yellow dirt staining to proper right eye. Interior with layer of white stucco. Two modern nails and wire for hanging.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MS.00391stDibs: LU10743247800682

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