Wine Jars
Photographer Harry Burton British
Not on view
For Tutankhamun’s afterlife, two dozen wine jars were placed in the tomb. The liquid itself dissipated over time. As with wine bottles today, the containers were labeled with the vintage and place of origin; nearly all also include the names of the main vintners. The jars were closed with large mud plugs that were then impressed with seals.
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