Canopic jars

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This set of canopic jars was made to contain the internal organs removed from the body during the mummification process. The four sons of the god Horus were believed to protect these organs. The jackal-headed Duamutef protected the stomach; the falcon-headed Qebehsenuef, the intestines; the baboon-headed Hapi, the lungs; and human-headed Imsety, the liver.

Amnte Nofre - Egyptian Religion - — pseudo canopic jars (painted sycomore fig wood,...

• This exotic Set of 4 Sons of Horus Canopic Jars each measures approximately 5.75"Tall and 3" in Diameter. It weighs about 12 ounces each. • This exotic Set of 4 Sons of Horus Canopic Jars are made of composite resin mixed with bronze powder, hand painted and polished individually. • Ancient Egyptians used canopic jars to store internal organs during the mummification process, but you can put other things in them too that is less 'dark'. It makes perfect container for candies, treats and…

Match the pictures of canopic jars to the correct god, then fill out the blanks to say what the Egyptians believed each god looked like and protected.

"Made in Egypt type: canopic jars style: Antique & Decor weight: 4 set: 8.655 kg Brand: karlos Welcome to karlos ! It is our pleasure to provide you with reproductions of Pharaonic inspired by the Ancient Egyptians. None of our products are antiques; they are modern creations inspired by ancient ones. All our pieces are hand, Egypt, including the base materials We welcome you to ask questions about any of our products prior to purchase. shipping shipping process takes 3 to 5 days via DHL…

what were Canopic Jars used for? The ancient Egyptians believed that a dead person would need their organs in the afterlife. Read more...

Canopic Jars

Tutankhamun's canopic jars. The caps represent the image of the pharaoh