The final steps to displaying an ancient Egyptian masterpiece
After four years of meticulous conservation, a remarkable ancient Egyptian mummy coffin is ready for the public. This video follows the British Museum's specialist team as they complete the final preparations for its installation in gallery 62.
The video captures the culmination of a four-year conservation project focused on the Sherborne Cartonnage, an incredible ancient Egyptian mummy coffin. You will see the final stages of work required to prepare the object for both public viewing and future scientific study.
The process is led by a dedicated four-person specialist team—Verena, Barbara, Helene, and John—as they transition the piece from the conservation lab to its new home in the British Museum's gallery 62.
Source: Installation day is finally here | Conserving the Sherborne Cartonnage | Ep 6
