The veterinarian in ancient Egypt was ready at the altar to inspect the slaughter of animals that are eaten or made offerings. In the upper row on the right, we find the supervisor of the slaughter, and he dipped his finger in the blood of the carcass, bringing it closer to the doctor’s nose and says to him, “Look at this blood.” The doctor replies, stating that the carcass is good. It must be checked by a specialist first.
The view from the tomb of Ptahhotep from Saqqara. Fifth Dynasty (around 2330 BC)
The view from the tomb of Ptahhotep from Saqqara. Fifth Dynasty (around 2330 BC)
