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Exploration and Empire: The Kirklees Link to the Ancient Egyptians​
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A painted ancient Egyptian cartonnage mask, featuring a face with large, black eyes and a calm expression. The mask is adorned with intricate designs, primarily in blue, red, and gold. The headdress has detailed vertical blue and gold stripes, while the shoulders are decorated with geometric patterns. The mask shows signs of age, with visible cracks and wear on the surface. Add to board
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Cartonnage mask

Cartonnage Mask - This is a very rare and special cartonnage survival probably from El-Hibeh, dating from the Ptolemaic period (332 – 30 BC).

Image: © Kirklees Museums and Galleries & Paul Tucker