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Alabaster Boat
This superb piece of carved and painted alabaster may have been a centerpiece for fruit
or flowers. The steerwoman is a dwarf and the prow and stern are carved with gazelle
heads. |
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Bow-Fronted Box
Elegant bow-fronted box of red and black wood. The panel on the front has
names of Tutankhamen and his queen, and lotus and papyrus plants knotted together
symbolizing unification. |
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Clay Pots
Two clay pots used for the storage of wine. The annex had nearly 40
pottery wine jars. |
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The Senet Game
The ancient Egyptians were very fond of board games. The senet game can be
played with 30 or 20 squares. The modern game played in Egypt today is called
"Seega". |
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Tut Sandals
Carter recorded 93 items of footwear in the tomb. One of the most ornate
is a sandal with a picture of an Asian and an African Prisoner. Each time the King took a
step, he crushed his enemies. |
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Tut Shield
This is one of eight shields found in the annex. It depicts Tut as a
guardian lion. He is guarded by the falcon-god Horus. |
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Wooden Chest
One of the beautiful wooden chests found in the annex. |