New Archaeological Find at Quesna Cemetery
The Egyptian archaeological mission at the Tal Asar Quesna necropolis in Monufia Governorate has uncovered a new funerary unit along with a number of important discoveries that shed light on funerary practices, cultural interactions, and trade relations during the Late and Hellenistic-Roman periods. The architectural unit, consisting of a main hall and vaulted rooms, contained human burials and over 560 painted shabti figurines bearing inscriptions from the Book of the Dead. Additionally, protective amulets made from semiprecious stones, pottery vessels—including materials likely used for funerary rituals and embalming—were found. Models of imported pottery from Rhodes Island were also discovered, indicating active trade relations between Egypt and the Mediterranean region. Unusual funerary phenomena were observed, suggesting developments in burial practices. The Quesna necropolis is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in the Central Delta, providing valuable information about rituals and beliefs across different eras and emphasizing the region's engagement with regional trade networks.
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