Ancient Egyptian Carved Wood Mummy Mask reflecting the deep connection between

reflecting the deep connection between faith and state in Byzantine society

humanized representations of daily life

The back remains minimally modeled

purchased in 2010

Ancient Egyptian Carved Wood Mummy Mask reflecting the deep connection betweenAn Ancient Egyptian carved wood mummy mask dating to the Late Period through early Ptolemaic era (circa 664300 BC). The mask is carved in a highly stylized and abstract manner, with a broad, flattened facial plane, pronounced nose, and deeply recessed eye apertures. The simplified geometry and heavy massing reflect a more provincial or archaic sculptural tradition, distinct from the refined polychrome masks of later periods. The reverse reveals