This striking mural was discovered in an ancient Egyptian tomb and depicts a man carrying animals over his shoulders—possibly a hunter or butcher transporting his catch. This artwork is estimated to date back to the New Kingdom period (circa 1550–1070 BCE), reflecting the daily life and subsistence activities of people in the Nile Valley.
What intrigues modern viewers is the shape of the animals’ ears—when viewed in isolation, many claim they resemble modern headphones. This visual coincidence often fuels pseudoscientific theories, but archaeologists affirm that these are simply wild boars or domestic pigs, with stylized ears exaggerated for clarity in the mural. Such symbolic distortion is typical in ancient art, where expressive form often took precedence over anatomical accuracy.
This painting is a vivid testament to the rich visual language of ancient Egypt—and a reminder that modern perspectives can sometimes distort our understanding of the past.
