A mahogany museum cabinet, early 20th century, 170cm high, 310cm x 70cm Provenance: Highclere Castle, Highclere, Newbury This cabinet was previously used to display ancient Egyptian artefacts. The 5th Earl of Carnarvon had participated in and funded excavations in Egypt from 1907 until his death in 1923. His efforts and patronage over 15 years culminated in the famous encoded telegram sent on November 5th from Howard Carter to Lord Carnarvon relating to the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun. 'At last have made wonderful discovery in valley - a magnificent tomb with seals intact; recovered same for your arrival. Congratulations Carter.'
A mahogany museum cabinet, early 20th century, 170cm high, 310cm x 70cm Provenance: Highclere Castle, Highclere, Newbury This cabinet was previously used to display ancient Egyptian artefacts. The 5th Earl of Carnarvon had participated in and funded excavations in Egypt from 1907 until his death in 1923. His efforts and patronage over 15 years culminated in the famous encoded telegram sent on November 5th from Howard Carter to Lord Carnarvon relating to the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun. 'At last have made wonderful discovery in valley - a magnificent tomb with seals intact; recovered same for your arrival. Congratulations Carter.'
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