Ancient Egyptian tomb holding the king's 'keeper of secrets' unearthed at Saqqara
The tomb of a pyramid-age official has been found at Saqqara in Egypt.
Archaeologists in Egypt have unearthed an ancient tomb at Saqqara, believed to belong to Sekhentio-Ptah, the "keeper of the secrets of royal decrees." This official lived during the Old Kingdom, a period known for pyramid construction. Sekhentio-Ptah held other titles, including Overseer of all the King's Works and Overseer of Royal Documents.
Within the tomb, they found an offering table, purification basin, and two false doors, which allowed the soul to enter and exit. Over 100 shabtis, or figurines believed to serve the deceased in the afterlife, were also discovered. A wooden statue of a falcon and remnants of cartonnage, a plastered material used on mummies, were found.
The tomb, dating back over 4,000 years, was likely reused for later burials. The site, known for cat burials, was associated with the cat-headed goddess Bastet, though no such burials were found in this tomb.
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