Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egyptians believed death marked the beginning of a journey to eternal life. Learn more at Eternal Life in Ancient Egypt at the National Museum of Natural History, and explore related collections from across the Smithsonian.
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"New Year's" bottle
- Date
- 664-332 BCE
- Period
- Late Period
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False Lid Of Chantress Of Amun-Re
- Accession Date
- 21 Nov 1893
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Mummy Coffin Model Of Wood
- Accession Date
- 1932
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Wood Mummy Mask
- Accession Date
- 28 Aug 1992
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Small pitcher
- Date
- 1550-1307 BCE
- Period
- New Kingdom
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Bowl
- Date
- mid 19th-early 20th century
- Period
- Modern
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Scarab With Wings
- Accession Date
- 1885
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Shabti, Mummy Model Of Alabaster
- Accession Date
- 1932
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Amulet of the goddess Taweret
- Date
- ca. 1075-656 BCE
- Period
- Third Intermediate Period