Saturday 04/April/2026 – 07:04 PM
He continues Egyptian Museum In Tahrir, highlighting its unique archaeological treasures, by displaying a distinctive group of symbolic funerary utensils discovered inside the tomb of Yuya and Thuya, which reflects a deep aspect of the ancient Egyptian beliefs about the other world.
The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir displays symbolic vessels from the tomb of Yuya and Tuya
These vessels are an exceptional example of the art of symbolism in Egyptian civilization, as they were not designed for physical use or to preserve perfumes, but rather came as elaborate symbolic substitutes, aiming to ensure that the deceased enjoyed aspects of luxury in eternal life.
The precision and ingenuity of the ancient Egyptian artist are evident in the covers of these vessels, which carried multiple religious symbols. The shapes of the frog and the ram indicate the concepts of renewal and resurrection, while the shape of the two calves embodies the birth of the sun and the beginning of a new cycle of life in the other world.
In the context of enhancing symbolic protection, the name “Yuya” was engraved inside a golden cartouche on these vessels, indicating his connection to the patronage of Osiris, confirming his high status in his journey towards immortality.
This art collection is displayed among the treasures of the tomb of Yuya and Thuya on the upper floor of the museum, giving visitors the opportunity to explore one of the most prominent models of ancient Egyptian funerary thought, and a deeper understanding of the philosophy of resurrection and immortality in which the ancient Egyptians believed.
The museum confirmed that these pieces represent a living witness to the genius of ancient Egyptian art, and its ability to combine religious symbolism with artistic creativity, reflecting the ancient Egyptian civilization and the continuity of its influence throughout the ages.
