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Howard Carter (left) and Lord Carnarvon break through into the inner tomb, 1923. Creator: Burton, Harry (1879-1940)
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Howard Carter (left) and Lord Carnarvon break through into the inner tomb, 1923. Creator: Burton, Harry (1879-1940)
Howard Carter (left) and Lord Carnarvon break through into the inner tomb, 1923. Found in the collection of the The Griffith Institute
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In this historic photograph, taken in 1923, renowned archaeologist Howard Carter (left) and the Fifth Earl of Carnarvon, George Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon, stand in awe as they make their way through the narrow entrance leading to the inner sanctum of Pharaoh Tutankhamun's tomb in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt. Discovered on November 4, 1922, the tomb had remained sealed for over 3,000 years, and the world eagerly awaited the revelations of its treasures. Carter, who had been working on behalf of Lord Carnarvon, had spent years searching for the tomb, funded by the nobleman's financial support. Their perseverance paid off, as they uncovered an almost intact burial site filled with exquisite artifacts, including the famous golden mask of Tutankhamun. The photograph, taken by British photographer Harry Burton (1879-1940), captures the moment of discovery, with the dimly lit chamber behind the explorers revealing only a faint outline of the treasures that lay within. The atmosphere is filled with a sense of excitement, anticipation, and reverence for the ancient civilization that had once thrived in this desert land. The discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb not only brought international fame to both Carter and Carnarvon but also significantly contributed to the understanding of ancient Egyptian culture and history. This photograph serves as a testament to their groundbreaking achievement and the enduring fascination with the mysteries of the past.
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