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Fine Art Print : Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)
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Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)
5938313 Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood) by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC); 41.2x33.2x182.4 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: Inscriptions: O Osiris warrior User-het, your mother Nut spreads herself over you in her name of Coverer of heaven. May she cause that you are as a god and no enemy will touch him with any evil thing in her name of ? uniter ); eFitzwilliam Museum; Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 22765160
© Fitzwilliam Museum / Bridgeman Images
Afterlife Belief Burial Coffin Death Mask Funerary Hieroglyph Inscribed Middle Kingdom Mummiform Mummy Nobleman Painted Beni Hasan Cartonnage Funerary Equipment
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history and intrigue of ancient Egypt with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the Inner Coffin of User-Het. Dating back to the 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC), this masterpiece is a testament to the remarkable craftsmanship and artistic skill of the time. Featuring intricate carvings and vibrant colors, this wooden coffin is a must-have for any art or history enthusiast. Bring the mysteries of Egypt into your home with this stunning piece from Bridgeman Images, available now through Media Storehouse's Fine Art Finder.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 37.4cm (7" x 14.7")
Estimated Product Size is 33cm x 68.6cm (13" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the inner coffin of User-Het, a nobleman from ancient Egypt during the 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC). Crafted from wood and measuring 41.2x33.2x182.4 cm, this exquisite piece is currently housed at the Fitzwilliam Museum in the University of Cambridge, UK. The intricate inscriptions on the coffin reveal its purpose as a vessel for User-Het's journey into the afterlife. The text pays homage to Osiris, referring to User-Het as an Osiris warrior and invoking his mother Nut for protection. It beseeches that he be transformed into a god-like figure and shielded from any harm or evil. The stunning blue cartonnage background serves as a backdrop for various painted scenes depicting religious beliefs and rituals associated with death and burial in ancient Egypt. The mummiform shape of the coffin further emphasizes its function as a final resting place for User-Het's body. Every detail on this wooden masterpiece speaks volumes about Egyptian funerary practices during the Middle Kingdom period. From hieroglyphic inscriptions to full-length depictions of noblemen like User-Het himself, it offers us a glimpse into their belief system surrounding life after death. This print captures not only an extraordinary work of art but also invites contemplation on mortality, religion, and ancient civilizations' understanding of what lies beyond our earthly existence.
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