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Detail of mural paintings at Ramose’s tomb

Detail of mural paintings at Ramose’s tomb, c. 1350 BC. Photograph taken from ancient-origins.es.

Recitation of poetry at funeral ceremonies is a time-honoured occupation traditionally dominated by women. In fact, an elegy is typically a poem of lament for the dead. Professional mourning is still practiced in cultures across the globe and was once common here in the Basque Country. (more…)