Scientists have decoded an ancient aroma by identifying the ingredients used in Egyptian mummification balms — and resurrected the scent. Those eager to sample this whiff of the past will be able to ...

After her death, Senetnay’s vital organs were embalmed and placed inside four canopic jars with lids in the shape of human heads. The Egyptians carefully removed organs such as the lungs, liver, ...

Archaeologists say they have discovered a string of 3,000-year-old rock tombs in the Egyptian city of Luxor, containing the remains of wooden coffins, skeletons, furniture and canopic jars. The tombs ...

Archaeologists excavating an area near Ramesseum Temple found several ancient tombs with canopic jars and hundreds of statues, photos show. Photo from Getty Images / iStockphoto Standing in front of ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Lid depicts human face. From NMNH ...

LUXOR, EGYPT—Ahram Online reports that four canopic jars dating to the 26th Dynasty have been recovered in the South Asasif necropolis on Luxor’s west bank. The jars and their lids, dedicated to “the ...