Two ancient Egyptian sarcophagi have undergone CT scans at a hospital in Jerusalem as part of a study to find out how artists created the elaborate coffins for interring mummies.
The Israel Museum collaborated with the hospital to examine the 2,500-year-old sarcophagi.
The CT scans allowed curators to examine the layers of sycamore wood, plaster and other materials which made up the caskets decorated with hieroglyphics.
They said the research revealed the craftsmanship of the ancient artisans.
Full results will be available in a few weeks.