guy Posted February 20, 2022 Report Share Posted February 20, 2022 (edited) A fascinating find in Abusir, Egypt of amphora and canopic jars along with other embalming materials. Canopic jars were used by Ancient Egyptians during the mummification process to preserve the viscera for the afterlife. (See Wikipedia link below.) Quote The collection of large ceramic vessels, containing residues of various materials used during the mummification ritual, was found in one huge shaft, carefully placed in 14 layers. Experts also found residues of resins, oils or myrrh in the amphora-shaped containers. In addition to these, the deposit also contained four so-called canopic jars made of limestone, that were used for storing the viscera removed from the body during the embalming process. https://english.radio.cz/czech-archaeologists-unearth-largest-mummification-deposit-ever-found-egypt-8742172 https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canopic_jar Here’s an old thread on human dissection in the ancient world: Edited February 20, 2022 by guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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