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Book of the Dead of Amenhotep
Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 18
1550–1295 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Thebes
Medium/Technique
Ink on papyrus
Dimensions
Length (approximately): 350.0 cm (137 13/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of John Ellerton Lodge
Accession Number22.401.3
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsBooks and manuscripts
DescriptionPapyrus of the Overseer of the Builders of Amen, the Overseer of the Construction Works of Amun, and the Overseer of Construction Works of Mut, Lady of Isher, Amenhotep, born of Kem, begotten by the Overseer of Builders, Sena. 14 separate pieces.
Section of Book of the Dead, chapter 78.
Section of Book of the Dead, chapter 78.
ProvenanceFrom Thebes. 1922: John Ellerton Lodge Collection; 1922: GIven by John Ellerton Lodge to the MFA.
(Accession Date: April 6, 1922)
(Accession Date: April 6, 1922)