Learn about ancient Egyptian coffins at talk in Wisbech
Ancient Egyptian talk for society in Wisbech. Egyptian coffin under examination. Picture: SOCIETY - Credit: Archant
A talk about ancient Egyptian coffins will be held by the Fenland Archaeological Society in Wisbech.
Helen Strudwick, who has worked at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge since 2001, studied archaeology of the eastern Mediterranean at Liverpool.
She went on to specialise in Egyptology.
In 2016, together with Julie Dawson, the museum's head of conservation, she curated a major exhibition on ancient Egyptian coffins.
The study of coffins has in the past concentrated on their decoration and owners.
You may also want to watch:
This talk will explore the results of interdisciplinary research by a team of Egyptologists and conservators, working with experts in painting and carpentry to understand the funerary industry in Egypt.
The talk will take place on November 27 at 7.30pm at Mendi's Restaurant, 21 Old Market Place in Wisbech.
Most Read
- 1 Van crashes into pram, killing five month old baby
- 2 Dad's emotional tribute after baby son dies in A10 horror crash
- 3 Covid-19 numbers in Fenland higher than rest of county
- 4 Stolen American-style fridge was lifted over 10ft security fence
- 5 Crash boy's mum says he's 'badly shaken but OK'
- 6 First large-scale Cambs Covid-19 vaccination centres open this week
- 7 Ambulance charity first in East to transfer Covid-19 patients by air
- 8 Council books seven hotels and guest houses for homeless
- 9 Homeless champion delighted as young couple finally have shelter
- 10 County council ploughs £3.4m into farm deal
Booking is essential at info@fenarch.org.uk or text full name and number of seats to 07765 172450. Admission is £3 for non-members.
