15. A Painted Ostrich Feather Fan
Among King Tut’s personal effects was a lavish ostrich feather fan, beautifully painted and adorned with gold. This fan, a symbol of pharaonic authority, also commemorated the king’s prowess in the desert hunt—an important royal tradition. Unlike the simpler fans of other rulers, Tutankhamun’s was elaborately decorated, a testament to his status and the artistry of his era. See similar fans at the British Museum.
