Bead Shroud of Tabakenkhonsu

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ca. 680–670 B.C. · Faience · Egyptian Art

Constructed of tubular faience beads strung together in a net pattern, this shroud was sewn onto the outer wrappings of Tabakenkhonsu's mummy. Additional beads in various colors have been worked into the garment at several points: a beaded broad collar has been added to the top, where the garment came over the mummy's neck; over her breast was a winged scarab to protect the heart; and on the abdomen are the four "canopic" genii who guarded the viscera.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 680–670 B.C.

Medium

Faience

Department

Egyptian Art

Credit line

Gift of Egypt Exploration Fund, 1896