Repairing an Egyptian Coffin

Repairing the paint on a sarcophagus
Repairing the paint on a sarcophagus © The British Museum

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This video shows conservators at the British Museum preparing an ancient Egyptian coffin for display.

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A short video from the British Museum that shows conservators at work. Would be useful in a lesson looking at Ancient Egypt.

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Repairing an Egyptian Coffin

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