Mummy
Date2700 BC-395 AD
MediumOrganic, linen
DimensionsObject/Work: 190 x 72 mm
ClassificationsNatural sciences/Animal/Plant
Terms
Object numberC14079
DescriptionMummified hawk. The hawk was an emblem of Ra and Horus. Hawks would have been mummified so they could act as offerings or as messengers taking prayers to Ra or Horus.On View
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