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Egyptian Museum Replicas Make Great Conversation Pieces
There has always been an age-old fascination felt towards ancient Egypt and its artifacts.
When the Treasures of Tutankhamun were displayed in museums exhibitions around the world, eight million people in the United States alone attended.Long lines formed for those waiting to get in up to eight hours before the doors opened. Imagine the curiosity and interest your Egyptian museum replicas will stir, shown in the comfort of your own home.
It is good to be the King.
The memory of the boy king, Tutankhamun, lives on over 3,000 years later in our imagination. The question most often asked is, “What did King Tut really look like?” From his well-known golden funeral mask, we have seen his famous face staring back at us over the ages. At age fifteen, four years prior to his mysterious death, we witness him in a richly dyed linen headdress. On his forehead a gold band with the royal vulture and cobra symbols crafted in blue, red, and turquoise jewels. Using imaging equipment, we have recently been given our first detailed 3D look
We all remember seeing images of King Tut lying in his sarcophagus. What is the bond that brings worldwide attention to a long since dead civilization? Scientists have studied extracted DNA and determined Ancient Egyptians are genetically related to people from South Asia, Europe, and North Africa. Some folks might not be able to find Egypt on a map, but we are all linked together with our ancestors from the cradle to the grave.
Who would not want to live like a King?
The ancient Egyptians believed in the afterlife and did not consider death morbid. They buried their dead with all the furnishings they would need in life beyond the grave. King Tut’s tomb is the intact burial tomb ever discovered. The discovery gives us a glimpse into the past when Pharaoh Tut ascended the throne at age nine around 1332 BC.
To have in your possession a lasting reminder from the Golden Age of the Pharaohs, is a treasure indeed. Hidden away, entombed with the Tutankhamun was a Pharaoh Table and Life Size King Tut’s throne fit for a King, both available as museum replicas.
Long Live the King.
Since the mummy of King Tut was brought to light in 1922, the unsolved mystery of his early demise has long been debated. The recent conclusion by forensic science is Tutankhamun died from gangrene after suffering a leg injury. Experts found that the fracture in King Tut’s leg occurred only days before his death. There was no evidence that he had been struck on the head, or any other indication that he was murdered.
For the princess of the house, you can now sit like a Queen in a Egyptian museum replica of Princess Sitamun‘s throne. Her wonderful chair is considered among one of the greatest treasures ever found.
Princess Sitamun
Princess Sitamun reigned as one of her father’s Queens at the age of twelve. This ceremony throne was a gift from the Princess to her grandparents. It was found in their tomb and is thought to have been installed in the princess’s apartment before it was gifted. Memorials of loved ones were buried with the deceased to carry on to the next life.
This life size replica throne chair is a delightful find and an exceptional addition to your home.
Mirror, mirror, on the wall
Among the buried treasure trove, were Egyptian mirrors that you can hold in your hand, to see the fairest in the land. The handheld mirrors would make perfect gift items. Among others available are:
Zodiac of Denderah
This sculpture is a widely known relief taken from the ceiling chapel dedicated to Osiris in the temple at Dendera. The original dates back to 50 BC and can be found in Paris at the Louvre. The Zodiac of Denderah is believed to be the basis on which astronomy was later based on.
Isis
Isis is a goddess in ancient Egyptian mythology. Her name means, “Queen of the Throne.” She was celebrated as the ideal wife and mother. She was said to be friend and listener to all, rich and poor alike. She formed a union with her husband and brother, Osiris, Lord of the Dead.
Eye of Horus
Isis bore a son with Osiris who was named Horus. He was the God of the Sky and is depicted as a falcon. The Eye of Horus is the recognizable ancient Egyptian symbol of protection and royal power over deities. All these are available in handheld mirrors, which make wonderful surprise gifts.
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