How the excavation of Tutankhamen was reported by

The Illustrated London News 1927 - March 12th

 

tut toes

137. (col 1.) Fitted with gold toe-sheaths and sandals
the feet of Tutankhamen's mummy

(top right) Ancient Egyptian textiles from Tutankhamen's tomb
3 different types of material woven from Flax

(bottom right) Tutankhamen's woven linen skull cap worn over his shaven head,
richly embroidered with beads.

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