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Egypt’s Fayoum mummy portraits to travel abroad for first time after restoration

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Egypt has unveiled a newly restored version of the "Tondo of the Two Brothers," a prized 2nd-century painting belonging to the renowned Fayoum mummy portraits. The restoration was carried out at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir through a collaborative effort between Roman specialists and Egyptian conservators.

Following the restoration, authorities announced that Egypt's Fayoum mummy portraits will travel abroad for the first time. The upcoming international exhibition marks a significant milestone for the ancient collection.

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