International Exhibition of Contemporary Art 1947 - Funeral Mask of Tutankhamun -100 millieme

Issued in 1947 as part of the International Exhibition of Contemporary Art commemorative series, this stamp depicts the Funeral Mask of Tutankhamun, one of the most celebrated treasures of ancient Egypt. Discovered in 1922 by the British archaeologist Howard Carter within the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings, the mask is regarded as a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian goldsmithing and funerary art. Crafted from gold and inlaid with precious stones and colored glass, it became an enduring symbol of ancient Egyptian civilization and one of the world's most recognizable archaeological artifacts.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Kingdom of Egypt highlighted the extraordinary cultural and artistic achievements of ancient Egypt while celebrating the International Exhibition of Contemporary Art. The issue emphasized the enduring influence of Egypt's historical heritage on world culture and promoted appreciation of the archaeological treasures that have contributed to humanity's understanding of one of the oldest civilizations in history.