Egypt Postcard: Prehistoric Burial Mummy British Museum Gebelein Man XT5084

This compelling museum view documents the famous predynastic Egyptian mummified remains, known historically as the Gebelein Man, on display at the British Museum. The body is arranged in a traditional fetal position inside a simulated sand grave, surrounded by original black-topped pottery vessels and grave goods from Upper Egypt. The photograph provides a fascinating archaeological record of early funerary practices dating back over five thousand years.

This is a standard size postcard which was published by Clarke & Davies, 38 Museum St., W.C.1 (Front credited to R. B. Fleming & Co.). The postcard was made in the United Kingdom. This is an unused postcard.



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