an allied state of Egypt during the New Kingdom
(1550–1070 B.C.E.).byssus This was the name given to fine linen products
developed in certain regions in Egypt, especially in
AKHMIN. Originally believed to be of cotton, the byssus
products have been found to contain quality linen.76 byssus
Byssus, the fine linen of Egypt, is being spun by awoman in a
relief in the tomb of Khnumhotep.(Hulton Archive.)