Egyptian Sarcophagus

An Egyptian sarcophagus is an ornate coffin designed to hold mummified remains, typically made with multiple nested layers. These funerary containers were essential elements of ancient Egyptian burial practices, featuring intricate hieroglyphics, religious symbols, and painted decorations. The exterior often depicted the deceased's face and included protective spells from the Book of the Dead. The design evolved over different periods, from simple rectangular boxes in the Old Kingdom to anthropoid (human-shaped) forms in later periods. Most sarcophagi were custom-made for their occupants, with size and decoration reflecting the deceased's social status and wealth.