A life-sized model of Tutankhamun's sarcophagus is being sold off by a museum.
By Chloe LaversuchA life-sized model of Tutankhamun's sarcophagus that went on display in a phone box is to be auctioned.The 6ft replica, created by artist Amanda Stoner, will be sold off by the museum as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations."It took hundreds of hours to create, and we're sure there isn't anything like this out there - it is a magical piece of art," he said.
The replica featured in the Tut'22: The Life of Tutankhamun exhibition and is described by the council as "a real show-stopper for any venue or home".The model has a reserve price of £300 and the money will go towards supporting the organisation's work.
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