KV41
مقبرة 41 · 룩소르
ancient Egyptian tomb
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Greetings. We find ourselves at the edge of one of the Valley of the Kings' most persistent enigmas—tomb KV41. …
Listen in the app2The Discovery by Victor Loret
KV41 was first brought to the attention of the scholarly world in 1899 by the French Egyptologist Victor Loret. Loret was a prolific discoverer, but KV41 proved to be a challenging site. …
Listen in the app3The Theory of Queen Tetisheri
Who was intended to rest in KV41? The most compelling theory, supported by several prominent Egyptologists, is that the tomb was built for Queen Tetisheri, the matriarch of the 18th Dynasty. …
Listen in the app4The Fragment of a Model Jar
Despite being largely empty, KV41 yielded a few precious clues during its excavation. One of the most significant finds was a fragment of a model jar. …
Listen in the app5Architecture and Structural Analysis
From an architectural perspective, KV41 is a masterpiece of early 18th Dynasty engineering. The shaft is not just deep; it is cut with remarkable precision. …
Listen in the app6Navigating the High-Tech Atlas for KV41
The way we study KV41 has been transformed by the 'High Tech Atlas of the Valley of the Kings.' In the past, this tomb was a mere footnote in Loret's reports. Today, it is a data-rich node in a global archaeological database. …
Listen in the app7Final Reflections on the Early Necropolis
As we conclude our time near KV41, take a moment to look back at the sweep of the Valley. This tomb represents the dawn of the New Kingdom's royal cemetery. …
Listen in the app8Closing
Our exploration of KV41 comes to a close. We have looked into the depths of its 12-meter shaft, analyzed the fragments of its model jars, and debated its connection to the great Queen Tetisheri. …
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What is KV41?
KV41 is a place in 룩소르 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 룩소르 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 25.7408, 32.6022 |
| Last updated |
