Overview
A square quartz wall clock featuring a high-fidelity reproduction of an Ancient Egyptian funerary scene, likely from the Papyrus of Hunefer or Ani.
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Preliminary identification
British Museum 'Book of the Dead' Licensed Wall Clock, c.1998
Photo reference
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Story
In 1998, the British Museum was at the height of its 'Museum Shop' era, a movement that sought to democratize history by turning scholarly artifacts into functional household objects.
Maker / Origin
The British Museum, founded in 1753, was the first national public museum in the world and remains a titan of historical preservation.
Condition & Value
The frame shows visible scuffing and minor loss of the gold finish along the edges, consistent with age and use. As a modern licensed reproduction, the value is primarily decorative and nostalgic.
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