Mummy Mask

Unlike cartonnage masks of the Ramesside Period, which were often custom-made with extremely personalized details, masks from the Late-Ptolemaic periods, such as this one, represent more abstract facial features. As an example of a mass-produced mask, it does not reflect the image of a specific person. The mask is made from cartonnage, a process in which successive layers of coarse linen were placed over a model, adjusted over its contours, then left to dry. A final layer of plaster would have been placed over it before the mask was gilded and painted. The eyes of the mask are similar to the fake canopic jar, KM 0000.08.8193, almond shaped with a cosmetic line emphasizing them. The mask also features a beaded “usech” collar with patterned relief, similar to those of other late-Ptolemaic and early Roman period masks.

The downloadable files are in an .STL format which is optimal for 3D printing. We suggest using a free software such as Meshmixer to edit the file to your needs. Some objects may need supports added or should be hollowed out for the most efficient printing. Any questions about 3D printing should be directed to kelsey.disko.project@umich.edu.

Download STL

Touch Controls

Orbit: swiping on mobile or click and drag with a mouse.

Panning: two-finger touch, or dragging with right-click.

Zoom:  pinching on a mobile device or the scroll wheel on a mouse.

Keyboard Controls

Orbit: Up, Down, Left and Right arrows.

Panning: Hold the Shift key and use the Up, Down, Left and Right arrows.

Zoom:  currently not implemented.