The archaeological mission, a collaborative effort between the Universities of Sohag and Berlin, has unearthed the burial chamber of a woman named "Edi." She was the sole daughter of the governor of Assiut province during the reign of King Senusret I, also referred to as "Jefai-Hapi." This discovery occurred during the mission's archaeological cleaning activities within his tomb, which was recognized as the largest non-royal tomb in ancient Egypt, highlighting the significance of Jefai-Hapi as one of the most prominent governors of the time.
Mr. Sherif Fathy, the Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, commended the dedication of Egyptian archaeological missions in revealing further insights into the history of ancient Egypt. He emphasized that the ministry would extend comprehensive support to these missions to ensure the successful continuation of their work.
Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, elaborated that while the mission was engaged in cleaning the remaining well of Jefai-Hapi's tomb, they discovered the burial chamber of his daughter at a depth of approximately 15 meters to the north. Inside this chamber were two coffins, one nested within the other, intricately engraved both inside and outside with texts narrating the journey to the afterlife. The smaller coffin measures 2.30 meters in length, while the larger one is 2.62 meters, both considered among the most exquisite coffins ever uncovered. Additionally, the mission found the lid of the smaller coffin, a canopic jar box, and wooden statues.
The Secretary-General noted that preliminary studies conducted by the mission indicated that ancient thieves had accessed this chamber, resulting in the removal and desecration of the lady's mummy and the destruction of her canopic jars.
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