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Model Steering Oar, 2040-1648 BC (painted tamarisk)
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Model Steering Oar, 2040-1648 BC (painted tamarisk)
490733 Model Steering Oar, 2040-1648 BC (painted tamarisk) by Egyptian, Middle Kingdom (2040-1640 BC); 39.3x6.8x1.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Boats were part of the Ancient Egyptian iconography of the afterlife, with the journey to the next life often represented as a voyage by sea. This model oar, with details including the Eye of Horus, would have been part of an assemblage of grave goods.); Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust; Egyptian, out of copyright
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© Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust / Bridgeman Images
Afterlife Artefact Artifact Eye Of Horus Funerary Grave Goods Model Oars Rowing Steering
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This print showcases a Model Steering Oar dating back to 2040-1648 BC, during the Middle Kingdom of Ancient Egypt. Crafted from painted tamarisk wood, this artifact measures 39.3x6.8x1.2 cm and is currently housed in the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. Boats held great significance in Ancient Egyptian culture as symbols of the afterlife, often representing the journey to the next realm. This intricately decorated model oar, featuring details such as the Eye of Horus, would have been included among various grave goods within a burial site. The Gift of John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust has preserved this remarkable piece that offers us a glimpse into ancient beliefs and traditions surrounding death and the afterlife. The ornate decoration on this steering oar adds an element of beauty and symbolism to its purpose. Rowing through time, this wooden artifact serves as a testament to the rich history and cultural practices of ancient Egypt. Its presence reminds us that even in death, Egyptians sought to embark on their final voyage with grace and reverence for what lay beyond. Through this photograph by Bridgeman Images, we are transported back thousands of years to witness not only an exquisite work of art but also gain insight into how our ancestors perceived life's ultimate transition - from earthly existence to eternal rest.
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