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ARTIFICIAL MUMMIFICATION [1 record]

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Record 1 2015-02-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Anthropology
CONT

Intentional mummification in pre-Columbian Mexico was practiced by the Aztec culture. ... Genuine Aztec mummies were "bundled" in a woven wrap and often had their faces covered by a ceremonial mask.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Anthropologie
CONT

La momification artificielle en Égypte [...] Les anciens Égyptiens étaient connus pour préserver les corps de leurs morts, ceux-ci faisant partie de leur croyance en matière de vie après la mort.

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