{"product_id":"ancient-egyptian-carved-wood-mummy-mask","title":"Ancient Egyptian Carved Wood Mummy Mask","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Ancient Egyptian carved wood mummy mask dating to the Late Period through early Ptolemaic era (circa 664–300 BC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mask is carved in a highly stylized and abstract manner, with a broad, flattened facial plane, pronounced nose, and deeply recessed eye apertures. The simplified geometry and heavy massing reflect a more provincial or archaic sculptural tradition, distinct from the refined polychrome masks of later periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse reveals extensive hollowing, visible wood grain, and multiple perforations used for attachment to a mummy wrapping or cartonnage assembly. The surface shows significant age, with mineral accretions, desiccation cracking, and areas of loss consistent with long-term burial.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike painted examples, this mask emphasizes form over surface decoration, offering a more sculptural and raw interpretation of funerary portraiture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:Fragmentary with losses. Heavy surface weathering, cracking, insect activity, and structural separation consistent with ancient wood. Stable overall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance:Private Collection, Chicago, IllinoisAcquired in 1986 on the London art market (Pimlico Road)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 9 1\/4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerva Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52940039258409,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2762\/2185\/files\/228488451_1_x_1.png?v=1775528719","url":"https:\/\/minerva-gallery.com\/es\/products\/ancient-egyptian-carved-wood-mummy-mask","provider":"Minerva Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}