Wrapped head to toe in loose bandages, with a few loose ends fluttering free — this mummy brings a completely different texture experience to our Monster category. Instead of fur or bolts, this one is all about the wrapping pattern of the strips. This mummy coloring page is free to print, so you can start coloring right away.
The many individual bandage strips offer a great exercise in coloring narrow, elongated areas — quite different from most other Halloween designs with their large, rounded shapes.
Why the mummy tells a Halloween story all its own
Unlike the werewolf or Frankenstein's monster, the mummy has a real historical origin: in ancient Egypt, deceased pharaohs and other important people were actually embalmed and wrapped in linen cloth to prepare them for the afterlife. It was only much later that movies and stories turned this into a scary character that "comes back to life." For kids, it's a fascinating bridge between real history and fantasy.
A totally different shape than other monsters
Based on ancient Egypt
Good practice for precise coloring
A well-known monster from countless films
🖨️ Step by step: How to print it perfectly
Click "Print Now," set your printer to black & white to save ink!
Thicker paper (100–120gsm) keeps markers from bleeding through
Beige or cream for the bandages, with slightly darker shadow lines in between
🏛️ Fun facts about real mummies in ancient Egypt
The oldest known mummies are several thousand years old
Real mummies were wrapped in fine strips of linen
Mainly pharaohs and high-ranking officials were embalmed
Real mummies can be seen in museums all around the world today
🎃 When does this design fit best?
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The mummy pairs perfectly with our other Halloween monsters:
Your benefits at PureSketchy:
- Thick outlines: Clear lines for relaxed, frustration-free coloring.
- Free to print: Over 500 designs available instantly, no sign-up.
- Safe & fast: Instant access to PDF-optimized WebP previews.
- History meets Halloween: Combines spooky fun with a real historical background.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this design suitable for?
Thanks to its clear bandage strips, the mummy works well for kids around age 5 and up.
Were mummies really real?
Yes, in ancient Egypt important deceased people really were embalmed and wrapped in linen strips — the scary stories about them came along much later.
Why are mummies associated with Egypt?
Ancient Egypt is famous for its elaborate embalming technique, used to prepare the deceased for the afterlife.
Does the download cost anything?
No, all coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, daycare, and school use.
Is there a German version?
Yes, you can find the German version of this picture here: Mumie Ausmalbild.