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Article: Tomb group of Nesmutaatneru.(All levels: looking and learning)
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- April 1, 2005
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Egyptian artifacts and treasures mesmerize nearly all museum visitors. A careful look at ancient Egyptian art can tell us a great about Egyptian culture and artistry.
About the Culture
The ancient Egyptians believed that in the afterlife, the spirit (or ka) of the deceased returned to the body. It was important for the body to be preserved to ensure that the ka had a safe home for eternity. The ancient Egyptians used a complex mummification process. Internal organs were removed, preserved, and stored in canopic jars outside of the mummy case. The body was dehydrated with natron salts and wrapped in yards of linen. This process, which took about three ...