1. the body and its meaning
Artists portrayed each individual element of the subject from the most representative angle. ... The torso and the eyes were both viewed from the front, where as the arms, legs and faces were best viewed from a side angle. ... The body was the bridge, the dividing element between this life and the afterlife. ... Many organs were skilfully removed from individuals and placed in canopic jars. ... From the age that the Egyptians were able to save they began to prepare for their burial. ...
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate