Man of Roman Egypt at The British Museum, London

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This is a vivid portrait of a young man from ancient Hawara, Egypt. His face was meticulously reconstructed using a skull unearthed at the excavation site.\r\n\r\nRoman control over Egypt marked a pivotal moment in this ancient civilization's long history. The country's diverse population, comprising Egyptians, Libyans, Nubians, and Greeks, reflects its rich cultural heritage.\r\nEgypt's arid climate has remarkably preserved many artifacts that have vanished elsewhere. Buried towns, graves, and refuse dumps have yielded a wealth of discoveries providing unparalleled insight into the daily lives of ordinary Roman Egyptians.\r\nPapyrus documents recording disputes over land ownership, personal letters on family matters, and records of births, marriages, and deaths reveal that Egyptian society under the Romans was complex and multicultural.\r\nIn Roman Egypt, people continued the ancient tradition of preserving the dead. Intricately painted portraits, often placed over mummy faces, were recreated by scientists from skulls found beneath them, allowing us to glimpse the real individuals who lived in Roman Egypt. Sometimes these reconstructions match the portraits remarkably well, as seen in this case.\r\n \r\nThis object is part of "Scan The World". Scan the World is a non-profit initiative launched by MyMiniFactory, which aims to create a digital repository of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe for public access. Scan the World is an open-source community effort; if you have interesting items nearby and would like to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can assist.Scanned : Photogrammetry (Processed using Agisoft PhotoScan)