mommy face mask

New Empire, 1580 - 1350, B.C.

According to Egyptian funeral belief, there is no rigid separation between the world of the living and the world of the dead. The individual retains, after his death, his earthly personality. He keeps his sentiments and sensitivities and is not indifferent to those he left behind.
His surnatural power enables him to efficiently help those close to him as well as seek revenge upon others.
One therefore addresses oneself to a dead relative to solicit his intervention, or if he is suspected of wrong being, to move him into shame and beg him not to recommence.




Painted stucco on wood
Height: 14 inch

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