Egypt's Fayoum mummy portraits to travel abroad for first time after restoration
A newly restored ancient Egyptian painting, "The Tondo of the Two Brothers", has been unveiled. It is one of several mummy portraits created in the second century. The artwork will travel abroad for the first time following its restoration.
Why it's good news: For art lovers and historians who can now see a piece of Egypt's rich cultural heritage up close after it had been preserved and restored.
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