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As Carter entered the tomb, he was engulfed by the ethereal sights within. Writing about his experience, he recounted the flickering candlelight illuminating strange artifacts—gold, furniture, and various items prepared for the Pharaoh's journey in the afterlife, from jewelry to even a box of fresh underwear—an intriguing detail hinting at the Egyptians' pragmatic approach to death and beyond.
An Abundance of Food for the Afterlife
The items found in Tutankhamun’s tomb also included an impressive selection of food, all meticulously preserved for eternity. Among the findings were mummified meats—beef, gazelle, ducks, and more. In addition to meats, jars of wine and honey were found, echoing culinary traditions that valued preservation and flavor.