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Canopic Jars

 

 

  

 



Canopic jars were an important part of the mummification process. The body's internal organs were carefully stored in these jars. There were always four jars, representing the four sons of the god Horus - four protective spirits - human, baboon, falcon, and jackal.

 

Canopic Jars (portnet schools) 

Art in Ancient Egypt - Canopic Jars & the Four Sons of Horus 

Canopic jars (student work)

Students making canopic jars  

More about mummies 

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Counter start date January 2006