Mariette at Dra Abu el-Naga and the tomb of Neferhotep: a mid 13th dynasty rishi coffin (?) By Gianluca Miniaci

https://www.academia.edu/2189678/Mariette_at_Dra_Abu_el_Naga_and_the_tomb_of_Neferhotep_a_mid_13th_dynasty_rishi_coffin_ The paper explores archaeological findings at Dra Abu el-Naga, focusing on the tomb of Neferhotep and a mid-13th dynasty rishi coffin. It discusses the historical background of discoveries made by prominent Egyptologists such as Mariette and Vassalli, detailing their excavation activities and the significance of rishi coffins in understanding burial practices during the Second Intermediate Period and early 18th dynasty. By analyzing these findings, the study aims to clarify archaeological associations and contribute to the reconstruction of the historical narrative surrounding funerary practices in ancient Egypt. ...