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The origins of mummification in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/the-origins-of-mummification-in-ancient-egypt/

In ancient Egypt a person's body was preserved as they believed that the soul (ba) and life force (ka) needed to have a physical base in the afterlife.

The Jeweller in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/the-jeweller-in-ancient-egypt/

Jewellers in ancient Egypt needed to know and follow a strict set of rules in order to fulfil the religious function of jewellery. Specific materials, colours and designs were often associated with certain gods and goddesses or had magical qualities of protection.

Funerals in ancient Egypt
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The funeral and burial of an ancient Egyptian was a complex process.

The Potter in ancient Egypt
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From the earliest times, Egyptian potters were mass producing containers for everyday activities such as cooking, drinking and food storage.

The Sculptor in ancient Egypt
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Stone sculptures created by ancient Egyptian craftsmen are some of the most impressive and informative remnants of the ancient world. Sculptors had an important role in ancient Egypt as they carved substitute bodies for the tomb, small funerary statuettes and tombstones.

Maintaining a connection with the dead in ancient Egypt
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In ancient Egypt the dead the living maintained a connection to the dead through a mortuary chapel and offerings.

Egyptian Faience
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An extraordinary material.

The Painter in ancient Egypt
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Ancient Egyptian wall paintings provide a fascinating glimpse into the past. In tombs it was the painter's task to preserve the dead individual's spirit. Most tomb art generally followed consistent rules and held special meaning to the ancient Egyptians.

Ramayana: Abduction of Sita, Balinese painting E74186
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/balinese/ramayana-abduction-of-sita-balinese-painting-e74186/

If only he guarded his wife...

Calonarang Story: Balinese painting E74214
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/balinese/calonarang-story-balinese-painting-e74214/

Revenge, witchcraft and death