Record

RefNoMS/827/1
LevelItem
TitleHuman and animal mummies (plate 25)
Datelate 19th century
DescriptionConsists of:
- Analysis of the mummies on text sheet
- Engraved figures A and B are illustrations of the mummy of a woman; figures C to H are mummies of a cat and two dogs
Caption reads: 'Mummies. Head of a woman, head of a cat and other embalmed animals'
LanguageEnglish
Extent2 sheets
FormatEngraving and Printed
Dimensions71.5 x 56cms approx
AccessStatusOpen
RelatedMaterialExplanation of plate in MJC Savigny, <i>Description de l'Egypte</i>, vol 2, p 3
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