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Shabti figure for Amenemhat, New Kingdom (diorite)
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Shabti figure for Amenemhat, New Kingdom (diorite)
HSC249002 Shabti figure for Amenemhat, New Kingdom (diorite) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); height: 14.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: figures placed in the tomb to help the deceased in the afterlife; ); Photo eHeini Schneebeli; Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 22951206
© Heini Schneebeli / Bridgeman Images
Figurine Funerary Hieroglyphics Hieroglyphs Mummiform Nemes Headcloth Osiride Statuette
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This print showcases a remarkable Shabti figure for Amenemhat, dating back to the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt. Carved from diorite by skilled artisans of the Egyptian 18th Dynasty, this exquisite piece stands at a height of 14.8 cm and is currently held in a private collection. Shabti figures were meticulously placed within tombs to assist the deceased in their journey through the afterlife. This particular figurine features intricate details such as a nemes headcloth, hieroglyphs, and mummiform design – all symbolic elements deeply rooted in Egyptian funerary practices. The osiride carving style employed here further emphasizes its significance as it represents Osiris, the god of death and resurrection. Every stroke on this statuette exudes craftsmanship that has withstood the test of time. As we delve into this mesmerizing sculpture, we are transported back to an era where art was not merely decorative but served profound spiritual purposes. The hieroglyphics adorning its surface tell stories lost to history but preserved through these timeless artifacts. Through this photograph captured by eHeini Schneebeli and made available by Bridgeman Images, we can appreciate both the beauty and cultural significance encapsulated within this ancient masterpiece. It serves as a testament to human creativity and devotion towards understanding life's mysteries beyond our mortal existence.
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