I’ve collected a number of Fayum Mummy Portraits from archeological digs. There was a short period where this art was popular, running from 1st century to the middle of the 3rd century, primary in the Fayum Basin in Egypt.

They were primarily full color portraits, painted on boards, that were placed on the face,and attached, to wrapped mummies.

It’s clear that many of the mummies were of individuals who had died young.

I scanned the images, then spent some time repairing cracks, and giving a little modern makeover.