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Petrie Museum in London
Upper part of a statuette of an Egyptian woman and her husband. There are seven columns of hieroglyphs on the back with funerary prayers. The names of the couple were not preserved. 18th Dynasty. From Egypt. From the Amelia Edwards Collection. Now housed in the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, London. With thanks to the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, UCL.
Limestone head of a man, thought by Petrie to be Narmer. Bought by Petrie in Cairo, Egypt. 1st Dynasty. The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, London. With thanks to the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, UCL.
You will see this display case when you immediately enter the museum; it is next to the information desk. There are many figurines and statuettes, with thanks to The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, UCL.
On either side of this small and narrow hall, there are display cases containing fragments and slabs of stelae. This is seen immediately after you pass through the information desk. With thanks to The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, UCL.

Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology

London, Great Britain

The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, once the teaching collection of Sir Flinders Petrie, a renowned British archaeologist, is now preserved by University College London. This intriguing museum offers a glimpse into the world of ancient Egypt through its remarkable exhibits.

A Window into Ancient Egypt

Visitors can marvel at a wide variety of artifacts, each telling its own unique story. Among the highlights are exquisite beaded dresses that showcase the craftsmanship of ancient times. The collection also features impressive sculptures and wall reliefs that bring to life the artistic achievements of the era.

Artifacts of Everyday Life

The museum also houses items of everyday use that provide insight into the daily lives of ancient Egyptians. From pottery to cartonnage, each piece contributes to understanding how people lived and worked thousands of years ago.

Written Treasures

Papyri, another fascinating part of the collection, offer a glimpse into the written world of ancient Egypt. These fragile documents preserve texts that reveal much about the culture, administration, and beliefs of the time.

Source - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Petrie_Museum_of_Egyptian_Archaeology
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