Mummy Portrait of Lady Aline, from Hawara 

This Fayum portrait, created between 50 and 250 AD, depicts Lady Aline, a woman from Hawara, Egypt. The painting captures her likeness in a realistic style, highlighting her features and clothing. Aline's dark hair is styled in a simple, elegant manner. Her dark eyes are framed by delicate brows, and she wears a pearl earring and a gold necklace. The portrait serves as a powerful reminder of the artistry and cultural practices of ancient Egypt. This realistic portrait, now in the Egyptian Museum of Berlin, offers a glimpse into the lives of individuals from the past.