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The case is reconstructed from reused pieces of papyrus on which traces of writings are still visible. The plaster exterior surface represents the dead woman dressed in a pink undertunic, a 2nd tunic which is colored blue with red stripes and a striped linen mantle. A blue and gold lotus bud appears between the breasts, which are covered with gilded discs. The apron has a decorated border showing dancing figures and plant scrolls. Over the wig is a bound garland of pink, gold, and blue flowers. From Akhmim, Egypt. Graeco-Roman, 1st century BCE to 1st century CE. (The British Museum, London)
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Amin, O. S. M. (2016, April 10). Painted & Gilded Mummy Case of an Unamed Woman. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/4811/painted--gilded-mummy-case-of-an-unamed-woman/
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Amin, Osama Shukir Muhammed. "Painted & Gilded Mummy Case of an Unamed Woman." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified April 10, 2016. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/4811/painted--gilded-mummy-case-of-an-unamed-woman/.
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Amin, Osama Shukir Muhammed. "Painted & Gilded Mummy Case of an Unamed Woman." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 10 Apr 2016. Web. 26 Jul 2024.
