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Vase in the Shape of Mother Monkey with Her Young, c. 2255-46 B. C. (travertine and paint)
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Vase in the Shape of Mother Monkey with Her Young, c. 2255-46 B. C. (travertine and paint)
3740395 Vase in the Shape of Mother Monkey with Her Young, c.2255-46 B.C. (travertine and paint) by Egyptian, Old Kingdom (c.2613-2181 BC); height: 18.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Old Kingdom, 6th Dynasty, reign of Merenre I
Inscribed with the name of Merenre I, fourth king of Dynasty 6, suggesting this and vessels with similar inscriptions suggest they were given for oils and unguents by Sixth Dynasty kings to favoured courtiers, particularly women. ); Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 23139072
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Alabaster Container Fertility Hieroglyphs Maternity Motherhood Old Kingdom Painted Pigment Resin Rejuvenation
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of ancient Egyptian art titled "Vase in the Shape of Mother Monkey with Her Young". Created during the Old Kingdom period, specifically between 2255-46 B. C. , this travertine and paint sculpture stands at a height of 18.6 cm. Housed in the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA, it is an exquisite representation of Egyptian craftsmanship. The vase's intricate details depict a mother monkey embracing her young one, symbolizing maternal love and nurturing instincts. The hieroglyphic inscriptions on the vessel reveal that it was commissioned by Merenre I, the fourth king of Dynasty 6. This suggests that such vessels were bestowed upon favored courtiers, particularly women, as gifts for oils and unguents. The expert carving technique employed to create this masterpiece highlights its significance as both a work of art and a functional container. The use of vibrant pigments adds depth and character to the stone sculpture while preserving its ancient charm. Through this photograph, we are transported back thousands of years to witness the rich cultural heritage and artistic prowess of ancient Egypt. It serves as a testament to their reverence for motherhood, rejuvenation, and fertility—a timeless celebration captured within this extraordinary piece from the Old Kingdom era.
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