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"Sarcophagus: A Window into Ancient Civilizations and Mysteries" Step into the world of ancient civilizations with the Palenque Xtraterrestrial sarcophagus

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Bibliotheka Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt, 2007. Creator: Ethel Davies

Bibliotheka Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt, 2007. Creator: Ethel Davies
Bibliotheka Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt, 2007. Ancient Egyptian mummy case in the collection of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Bibliotheka Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt, 2007. Creator: Ethel Davies

Bibliotheka Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt, 2007. Creator: Ethel Davies
Bibliotheka Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt, 2007. Ancient Egyptian mummy case in the collection of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Statue of Akhenaten

Statue of Akhenaten. Found in the Collection of The Egyptian Museum, Cairo

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Bracelet with the Eye of Horus, 943-922 BC. Artist: Ancient Egypt

Bracelet with the Eye of Horus, 943-922 BC. Artist: Ancient Egypt
Bracelet with the Eye of Horus, 943-922 BC. Found in the collection of The Egyptian Museum, Cairo

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Roman marble sarcophagus with Dionysiac scenes, 2nd century

Roman marble sarcophagus with Dionysiac scenes, 2nd century
Roman marble sarcophagus with Dionysiac scenes, also showing centaurs, fauns, and Silenus. From the National Museum in Rome, 2nd century

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Roman sarcophagus, Ostia Antica archaeological site, Ostia, Rome province, Latium (Lazio), Italy

Roman sarcophagus, Ostia Antica archaeological site, Ostia, Rome province, Latium (Lazio), Italy, Europe

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Roman burial ground in Aquileia

Roman burial ground in Aquileia Aquileia. Date of Photograph:1950-1960 ca

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Tutankhamun sarcophagus, 18th dynasty (gold)

Tutankhamun sarcophagus, 18th dynasty (gold)
535714 Tutankhamun sarcophagus, 18th dynasty (gold) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); (add.info.: 18th dynasty Egyptian Pharaoh)

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Tomb of Tutankhamun (dc1340 BC) (photo)

Tomb of Tutankhamun (dc1340 BC) (photo)
532442 Tomb of Tutankhamun (dc1340 BC) (photo) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); (add.info.: ): Sarcophagus containing gold coffin of the king which held his mummy

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Cemetery of Pisa, detail of the north wing with the fresco 'Triumph over Death'

Cemetery of Pisa, detail of the north wing with the fresco "Triumph over Death" Pisa Cemetery Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1860 ca

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Cemetery of Pisa, detail of the 'Wing of Chains'

Cemetery of Pisa, detail of the "Wing of Chains" Pisa Cemetery Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1855 ca.. Date of Artwork:1277

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Camposanto di Pisa, detail of the wing known as 'delle catene'

Camposanto di Pisa, detail of the wing known as "delle catene" Pisa Camposanto Cemetery Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1855 ca

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Sarcophagi in the hall of an Egyptian museum

Sarcophagi in the hall of an Egyptian museum Egypt. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Stereoscopic image of the interior of the Camposanto di Pisa

Stereoscopic image of the interior of the Camposanto di Pisa Pisa Camposanto, interior Cemetery Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1855 ca

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Stereoscopic image of the northern wing of the Camposanto di Pisa decorated with frescoes

Stereoscopic image of the northern wing of the Camposanto di Pisa decorated with frescoes, statues and tombs Pisa Camposanto, northern wing Cemetery Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Interior of the Camposanto di Pisa

Interior of the Camposanto di Pisa Pisa Camposanto Cemetery Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1855 ca.. Date of Artwork:1277. Artist:Giovanni di Simone

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Roman sarcophagus called 'della Bella Galliana'; the work is located in the facade of the Church of

Roman sarcophagus called "della Bella Galliana"; the work is located in the facade of the Church of Sant'Angelo, Viterbo Viterbo Church - Facade Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: A group of people standing in front of the ruins of the basilica of Amfissa, in Greece

A group of people standing in front of the ruins of the basilica of Amfissa, in Greece. Greece Amfissa. Civic Basilica Greek Art, Greece, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: The suburban necropolis of Amfissa, in Greece

The suburban necropolis of Amfissa, in Greece. Greece Amfissa. Necropolis Greek Art, Greece, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1890-1910 ca.. Date of Artwork:V-IV secc. ca

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Archeological ruins in the garden of the National Museum of Carthage

Archeological ruins in the garden of the National Museum of Carthage. Tunisia Carthage, National Museum. Date of Photograph:1890-1910 ca

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Interior of the Capuchin Catacombs in Palermo. Numerous coffins are tidily arranged on both sides

Interior of the Capuchin Catacombs in Palermo. Numerous coffins are tidily arranged on both sides of the floor, while the walls are entirely covered by skeletons either hung or laid out in burial

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: A man sleeps on the steps of the Casino del Bel Respiro steps inside Villa Doria Pamphilj in Rome

A man sleeps on the steps of the Casino del Bel Respiro steps inside Villa Doria Pamphilj in Rome. On the right an ancient sarcophagus used as a planter Rome Villa Doria Pamphilj Building Baroque

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Etruscan sarcophagus decorated with a bas-relief on the chest

Etruscan sarcophagus decorated with a bas-relief on the chest and with a half-length figure of a woman on the cover. Crouching lions at the sides. In the Museo Nazionale Tarquinese. Tarquinia

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Inside the Church of San Donato in Zara (Zadar) in Croatia

Inside the Church of San Donato in Zara (Zadar) in Croatia Croatia Dalmazia, Zara (Zadar Church Byzantine Style, Byzantine Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1950-1960)

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Small romanesque church of Saint Honorat in Arles, inside the roman

Small romanesque church of Saint Honorat in Arles, inside the roman and christian cemetery of the Alyscamps France Arles, Alyscamps Church Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Interior of the Roman necropolis, later christian cemetery, of Les Alyscamps in Arles (France)

Interior of the Roman necropolis, later christian cemetery, of Les Alyscamps in Arles (France). In the foreground, on either side of an avenue, sarcophagi and ancient cypresses

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Cemetery of Pisa: Partial view of the interior, with the ancient chains of Pisa's harbour hanging

Cemetery of Pisa: Partial view of the interior, with the ancient chains of Pisa's harbour hanging on the wall. Pisa Cemetary. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Two Roman sarcophagi located outside the Baptistery of Florence

Two Roman sarcophagi located outside the Baptistery of Florence and now kept in the Museum of the Opera of the Cathedral; in the foreground the sarcophagus with the bride

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Egyptian sarcophagus located at the Archaeological Museum in Florence

Egyptian sarcophagus located at the Archaeological Museum in Florence. Florence The Archaeological Museum Sarcophagus Late Period, Egypt - Egyptian Art, Africa, Ancient Civilization

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Etruscan sarcophagus depicting the battle between the Greeks and the Gauls

Etruscan sarcophagus depicting the battle between the Greeks and the Gauls, located at the Archaeological Museum in Florence

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Side of a Sarcophagus found at the Tarquinia National Museum in Tarquinia

Side of a Sarcophagus found at the Tarquinia National Museum in Tarquinia. The bas relief shows a man on a horse-drawn quadriga. There is a gargoyle at the top

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Two women drawing water from a fountain in Sutri. The fountain basin is a sculpted sarcophagus

Two women drawing water from a fountain in Sutri. The fountain basin is a sculpted sarcophagus. Sutri. Date of Photograph:1905 ca

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: The Virgin Mary giving the Holy Surcingle to St. Thomas: Bas-relief of a panel of the marble

The Virgin Mary giving the Holy Surcingle to St. Thomas: Bas-relief of a panel of the marble pulpit by Mino da Fiesole and Antonio Rossellino. Located in the Cathedral of Prato. Prato Cathedral

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Detail of a room in Florence's Archaeological Museum with an Etruscan sarcophagus lid depicting a

Detail of a room in Florence's Archaeological Museum with an Etruscan sarcophagus lid depicting a reclining female figure. The Archaeological Museum, Etruscan Wing, Florence

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Tomb of Agnese and Clemenza di Durazzo by Antonio Baboccio, inside the Church of Saint Clare in

Tomb of Agnese and Clemenza di Durazzo by Antonio Baboccio, inside the Church of Saint Clare in Naples. Naples Church of Saint Clare Tomb Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: The Sarcophagus of the Magnate in white limestone, at the National Museum in Tarquinia

The Sarcophagus of the Magnate in white limestone, at the National Museum in Tarquinia. The sarcophagus comes from the tomb of the Parthunus family: the lid is covered with a statue of the deceased

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: The sarcophagus of Laris Pulenas, called the Sarcophagus of the Magistrate

The sarcophagus of Laris Pulenas, called the Sarcophagus of the Magistrate, at the Tarquinia National Museum in Tarquinia

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Sarcophagus located at the Tarquinia National Museum in Tarquinia

Sarcophagus located at the Tarquinia National Museum in Tarquinia. There is a portrait of an obese man on the lid and the coffin is decorated with a bas relief of soldiers

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Sarcophagus of Junius Bassus, city prefect of Rome, preserved in the Museum of the Treasure of St

Sarcophagus of Junius Bassus, city prefect of Rome, preserved in the Museum of the Treasure of St. Peter in the Vatican Grottoes of St

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Gallery of the cinerary urns, Guarnacci Museum, Volterra

Gallery of the cinerary urns, Guarnacci Museum, Volterra Volterra Guarnacci Etruscan Museum Gallery Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Funerary stele of Lancino Curzio by Bambaia preserved in the Castello Sforzesco, Milan

Funerary stele of Lancino Curzio by Bambaia preserved in the Castello Sforzesco, Milan. Milan Archaeological Museum Funerary Monument Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Sepulchre of Giovanna d'Aquino by an unknown Neapolitan fellow of Tino da Camaino

Sepulchre of Giovanna d'Aquino by an unknown Neapolitan fellow of Tino da Camaino. Church of San Domenico Maggiore, Naples

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Tomb of Antonia Gaudino realized by Giovanni da Nola, inside the Chuch of Saint Clare in Naples

Tomb of Antonia Gaudino realized by Giovanni da Nola, inside the Chuch of Saint Clare in Naples. Naples Chuch of Saint Clare Tomb Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Second Cloister of the ex-Convent of the Philippine friars. Since 1866 it hosts the Regional

Second Cloister of the ex-Convent of the Philippine friars. Since 1866 it hosts the Regional Archaeological Museum of Palermo

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Front of an Etruscan cinerary with a battle scene sculpted at the bottom

Front of an Etruscan cinerary with a battle scene sculpted at the bottom. The Archaeological Museum, Etruscan Wing, Florence

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Monument to Domenico Balduino, work by Giulio Monteverde located in the Monumental Cemetery of

Monument to Domenico Balduino, work by Giulio Monteverde located in the Monumental Cemetery of Staglieno, near Genoa Genoa Monumental Cemetery of Staglieno Funerary Monument Arts

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: Cloister of the castle of Vincigliata, Fiesole

Cloister of the castle of Vincigliata, Fiesole Fiesole castle of Vincigliata Cloister Revival styles, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageSarcophagus Collection: The Gerli family tomb sculpted by Giovanni Broggi, in Milan's Monumental Cemetery

The Gerli family tomb sculpted by Giovanni Broggi, in Milan's Monumental Cemetery. Milan The Monumental Cemetery Monumental Tomb Romanticism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe




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"Sarcophagus: A Window into Ancient Civilizations and Mysteries" Step into the world of ancient civilizations with the Palenque Xtraterrestrial sarcophagus, an enigmatic artifact that sparks curiosity about extraterrestrial connections. Journey back to the 14th century BC in Egypt's Tomb of Tutankhamun, where a majestic sarcophagus guarded the remains of this young pharaoh. The intricate carvings on the Tutankhamun Sarcophagus tell tales of power and divinity. Travel further in time to Cerveteri around 520 BC, where a married couple found eternal rest within their beautifully adorned sarcophagus. This masterpiece reflects love and devotion even after death. Witness history unfold as Napoleon I pays homage at Frederick the Great's tomb in 1806, captured forever by an unknown artist. Discover Queen Nefertari playing Senet in her tomb alongside Pharaoh Ramesses II - a testament to her status and influence during ancient Egypt's golden age. At Sir John Soanes Museum, marvel at a bust overlooking a magnificent sarcophagus, showcasing artistry from centuries past. Tel Mevorah presents us with a marble sarcophagus depicting an epic battle between Amazons - warriors who challenged societal norms throughout history. In Tebessa's Roman Temple of Minerva lies another remarkable example; its intricate design offers insight into astrology and zodiac symbolism cherished by our ancestors. Delve deeper into history at Lord Nelson's crypt or tomb, where his legacy is preserved for generations to come. Finally, explore Etruscan civilization through Tarquinia's Amazon Sarcophagus - every painted detail revealing stories of powerful women defying conventions. Sarcophagi serve as gateways to understanding ancient cultures' beliefs, traditions, and aspirations beyond their earthly existence. These captivating artifacts continue to captivate our imagination while reminding us that even in death, humanity's desire for immortality and remembrance endures.