Embalmed Collection

EMBALMING
Egyptians embalming their dead with strips of fine linen smeared with gum. In the foreground there are three jars for the organs of the body

Examination of a mummy - a Priestess of Amun, c. 1891 (oil on canvas)
PNH367462 Examination of a mummy - a Priestess of Amun, c.1891 (oil on canvas) by Philippoteaux, Paul Dominique (1846-1923); 183x274.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

EGYPTIAN EMBALMING
Joseph's dead body is embalmed by ancient Egyptians

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Mummified body of Ramesses II (1304-1237 BC) found in a tomb at Deir al-Bahri (photo)
XIR169522 Mummified body of Ramesses II (1304-1237 BC) found in a tomb at Deir al-Bahri (photo) by Egyptian 19th Dynasty (c.1292-1187 BC); Egyptian National Museum, Cairo, Egypt

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Portuguese man o war, Physalia physalis, washed ashore. Despite its appearance, the Portuguese man Date: 25-Sep-19

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Portuguese man o war, Physalia physalis, washed ashore. Despite its appearance, the Portuguese man Date: 25-Sep-19

Mummies in the Bristol Institution, c. 1834 (w / c & pencil on paper)
3900197 Mummies in the Bristol Institution, c.1834 (w/c & pencil on paper) by Prout, John Skinner (1806-76); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Julia Pastrana (photo)
609993 Julia Pastrana (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Julia Pastrana, born in Mexico)

Mummies of priests, The bodies of priests embalmed before Aaron and his sons were appointed... (b / w photo)
2791311 Mummies of priests, The bodies of priests embalmed before Aaron and his sons were appointed... (b/w photo) by English photographer

The shrine of St. Vincent de Paul (1581-1660) (silver) (detail of 223639)
CLG248113 The shrine of St. Vincent de Paul (1581-1660) (silver) (detail of 223639) by Odiot, Charles Nicolas (1789-1868); Mission des Lazaristes, Paris

Principal mourner in mask and costume before the Shed or Tupapow, where corpses were laid out before burial, Tahiti. Man climbing a breadfruit tree at right

Egyptian mummies and coffins
Egyptian mummies: mummy in coffin 1, coffin cover 2, bird urn 3, bird urn without cover 4, mummy of an embalmed ibis 5, and plan of underground chambers in a pyramid

Body of Maximilian back in Austria 1868
Maximilians resting place in the Imperial Crypt in Vienna, moved there after being embalmed and displayed in Mexico for a year. A monk stands by the coffin decorated in wreaths and sashes

Easter Monday Bank Holiday at the British Museum: Victorian visitors enjoy exploring the exhibits in 1887. 1887

Egyptian Mummy and Sarcophagus, 1907 (lithograph)
2622157 Egyptian Mummy and Sarcophagus, 1907 (lithograph) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Remains of the Monastery, Bury St Edmund s, Suffolk (engraving)
3649101 Remains of the Monastery, Bury St Edmund s, Suffolk (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Remains of the Monastery, Bury St Edmund s, Suffolk)

Catacombs, Convento dei Cappucini, Palermo, ca. 1895. Creator: Eugenio Interguglielmi
Catacombs, Convento dei Cappucini, Palermo, ca. 1895

Lenin, founder of the New Russia, 1924, (1938). The preserved body of Lenin. From These Tremendous Years 1919-1938. [Daily Express, London, 1938]

Mummification. Anciet Egypt. Engraving. 19th century. Colored

Egyptian mummified cat
Photograph of an Egyptian mummified cat. Over 2000 years ago, an ancient Egyptian painstakingly wrapped and embalmed this domestic cat as a religious offering to an animal-headed god

Palermo, Sicily, Italy - Capuchin Catacombs
The Capuchin Catacombs of Palermo (Catacombe dei Cappuccini) are burial catacombs in Palermo, Sicily, southern Italy - a somewhat macabre tourist attraction! Date: circa 1910s

Egyptian mummy. National Archaeology Museum. Madrid. Spain

Egyptian hieroglyphs on papyrus, mummy in urn, mummy in coffin.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

Sarcophagus in which the Embalmed Body of Alexander the Great was Supposed to Have
Sarcophagus in which the Embalmed Body of Alexander the Great was Supposed to have been Deposited by Ptolemy from the Ruins of the Soma in Alexandria this Sarcophagus is in the British Museum

Canopic jar, vessel used for burial of embalmed viscera, Ancient Egypt

Sarcophagus in which the Embalmed Body of Alexander the Great was Supposed to Have
Sarcophagus in which the Embalmed Body of Alexander the Great was Supposed to have been Deposited by Ptolemy from the Ruins of the Soma in Alexandria this Sarcophagus is in the British Museum

19th Century embalmed chameleon in a glass jar. From 1890

19th Century embalmed animal specimens. Animal specimens preserved in glass jars. From 1890

19th Century embalmed spider. From 1890

19th Century embalmed amphibian. Frog or toad preserved in a glass jar. From 1890

19th Century embalmed scorpion in a glass jar. From 1890

Embalmed whale on tour in England, 1931
A 45 foot whale, the largest ever seen in England, which weighs more than 20 tons, is on a tour of England. It was caught off the coast of Norway and embalmed by Mr

Mummified hand. Coloured angiogram of an embalmed hand, showing the preserved and intact blood vessels. An angiogram is produced by taking an X- ray of tissue containing blood vessels filled with a

Mummified hand, X-ray
Mummified hand. Coloured X-ray of an embalmed hand, with a fractured finger highlighted in yellow

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Tomb of embalmed Cherokee chiefs, their flesh and bones dried and preserved, North Carolina, 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a John White illustration

Sarcophagus / Alexander
SARCOPHAGUS OF ALEXANDER THE GREAT, supposed to have been deposited by Ptolemy - from the ruins of the Soma in Alexandria

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"Unveiling the Secrets of Embalming: From Heart Anatomists to Egyptian Rituals" Step back in time to the 17th century, where heart anatomists delved into the mysteries of embalming. Discover their meticulous techniques and delve into the fascinating world of preservation. Journey to ancient Egypt, where embalming was an art form steeped in tradition. Explore the intricate process of Egyptian embalming, from mummifying fish to creating exquisite funerary statuettes known as Ouchebti. Immerse yourself in history with a visit to The Cleveland Museum of Art's captivating collection. Marvel at objects like the Fish Mummy from Egypt's Late Period, a unique artifact that speaks volumes about ancient burial practices. Witness the craftsmanship behind stunning sculptures such as the Statue of Ptah Sokar Osiris, a testament to late period artistry carved meticulously out of wood. Admire its intricate details and feel transported back in time. Behold an Anthropoid coffin containing the mummy of a priest from Deir el Bahari. Made with painted plaster, linen, and wood, this masterpiece showcases both artistic skill and reverence for life beyond death. Explore KV 64's king's valley tomb and uncover treasures like Nehemesbastet’s Coffin – belonging to a chantress of Amun during Egypt's 22nd dynasty. Its elaborate design reflects her status while offering insight into religious beliefs surrounding death. Marvel at Lady Shepenkhonsu’s Mummy Board adorned with mythological scenes dating back between 1080-750 BC. This cartonnage masterpiece tells stories through vibrant colors and symbols that transcend time itself. Finally, gaze upon Ahmose’s well-preserved mummy from Egypt's illustrious 18th dynasty. Wrapped carefully in linen cloth within Deir el Bahari’s sacred grounds lies evidence not only of her existence but also humanity's quest for immortality.