Conservation and Restoration of the House of Butehamon 21st Dynasty 1054 BC - The Medinet Habu Temple Precinct

A groundbreaking discovery in the conservation of ancient artifacts reveals that all identified mummies from the 18th through 21st Dynasties, except Tutankhamun's, were successfully reburied in secret caches (KV 35 or TT 320) during Butehamon's tenure as royal scribe and overseer of the treasury under Pinudjem I. This study sheds light on the historical significance of these caches, which not only preserved royal mummies but also facilitated the plundering of valuables for priestly rulers. The research employs a meticulous analysis of original materials and techniques used in construction, providing insights into both the history of the Theban necropolis and the nature of past and current deterioration problems. This approach offers a unique perspective on the end of the New Kingdom's tomb-making era and the transition to mummy reburial practices.

Hassan, L. K. (2023). Conservation and Restoration of the House of Butehamon 21st Dynasty 1054 BC - The Medinet Habu Temple Precinct. Global Journal of Human-Social Science, 43–61. DWT. https://doi.org/10.34257/gjhssdvol23is2pg43