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In ancient Egypt 🏺✨ even funerary masks were true masterpieces! The wooden masks displayed at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir are finely carved and painted in vibrant colors, helping the soul recognize the body in the afterlife. 🌌 Although simpler than golden masks, they reveal the creativity of the ancient Egyptians and their deep belief in life after death. #EgyptianMuseum #FuneraryMasks #AncientEgypt #EgyptianHeritage #History | Tutankh Amon

⭐ The Golden Masks of Yuya and Tuya Inside the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, two extraordinary treasures shine with a brilliance untouched by time—the golden masks of Yuya and Tuya. These masterpieces belonged to one of the most influential couples of the 18th Dynasty, their power stretching deep into the royal courts of ancient Egypt. Each mask reflects a world of sacred rituals crafted to protect the soul and guide the body through its journey to eternity. Their finely carved features, the inlaid