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Detailed explanation-1: -A varnish or resin was then applied as a protective coating, which, along with the dry climate of Egypt, protected the painting very well. The purpose of tomb paintings was to create a pleasant afterlife for the dead person, with themes such as journeying through the afterworld, or deities providing protection.

Detailed explanation-2: -The tombs of the pharaohs were covered in colorful representations of the one who had passed, living a happy life, with plenty to eat and drink and weather always perfect. The pharaohs were even shown with all of their slaves around them, so that they could serve and care for them in the afterlife.

Detailed explanation-3: -In Ancient Egypt the tomb walls of the rich and powerful were often filled with paintings. These paintings were there to help the person in the afterlife. They often depicted the person buried passing into the afterlife. They would show scenes of this person happy in the afterlife.

Detailed explanation-4: -Dating back to about 1350 BC, these are wall paintings from the tomb chapel of a wealthy Egyptian official called Nebamun. Following a 10-year period of conservation and research, the paintings are now on display together.