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Anubis Collection (page 4)

"Anubis: The Divine Guardian of the Afterlife" In ancient Egyptian mythology

Background imageAnubis Collection: Stele about priestess Takerseb. 332-30 BC. Limestone. Egypt

Stele about priestess Takerseb. 332-30 BC. Limestone. Egypt
Stele about priestess Takerseb making offerings to the Gods (from right to left) Osiris, Min, Horus, Anubis, Isis and Metis. Ptolemaic Period. 332-30 BC. Limestone. Detail. Egypt

Background imageAnubis Collection: Egypt. Temple of Horus. Relief depicting the jackal-headed G

Egypt. Temple of Horus. Relief depicting the jackal-headed G
Egypt. Edfu. Temple of Horus. Relief depicting the jackal-headed God Anubis

Background imageAnubis Collection: Egyptian Art. Karnak. Relief with a jackal

Egyptian Art. Karnak. Relief with a jackal
Egyptian Art. The Karnak Temple Complex. Relief with a jackal. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Egypt

Background imageAnubis Collection: Detail of the Ankh at the statue of egyptian God Anubis

Detail of the Ankh at the statue of egyptian God Anubis
Statue of the jackal-headed god Anubis. Detail of the Ankh. Diorite. Reign of Amenophis III. 1403-1365 BC. 18th Dynasty. New Kingdom. From the Temple of Luxor. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen

Background imageAnubis Collection: Ptolemaic temple of Hathor and Maat. Anubis. Egypt

Ptolemaic temple of Hathor and Maat. Anubis. Egypt
Ptolemaic temple of Hathor and Maat. Polychrome reliefs that decorate the interior. Anubis. Deir el-Medina. Egypt

Background imageAnubis Collection: Ptolemaic temple of Hathor and Maat. Horus and Anubis. Reli

Ptolemaic temple of Hathor and Maat. Horus and Anubis. Reli
Ptolemaic temple of Hathor and Maat. Polychrome reliefs that decorate the interior. Horus and Anubis. Deir el-Medina. Egypt

Background imageAnubis Collection: God Anubis (jackal-face) and god Amon (feather headdress). T

God Anubis (jackal-face) and god Amon (feather headdress). T
Polychrome relief depicting god Anubis (jackal-face) and god Amon (feather headdress). Temple of Hatshepsut. Eighteenth Dynasty. New Kingdom. Deir El-Bahari. Egypt

Background imageAnubis Collection: Wall painting black ground Egyptianizing scene

Wall painting black ground Egyptianizing scene
Artokoloro

Background imageAnubis Collection: Two pyramids sit majestically among the surrounding jungle

Two pyramids sit majestically among the surrounding jungle

Background imageAnubis Collection: A ghostly presence of an Indian chief guards his ancient culture

A ghostly presence of an Indian chief guards his ancient culture

Background imageAnubis Collection: Bas-relief of the God Anubis, Temple of Seti I, Abydos, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Bas-relief of the God Anubis, Temple of Seti I, Abydos, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageAnubis Collection: Bas-relief of the God Anubis on left, with the Pharaoh Seti I, Temple of Seti I, Abydos

Bas-relief of the God Anubis on left, with the Pharaoh Seti I, Temple of Seti I, Abydos, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageAnubis Collection: Relief depicting the God Anubis, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Relief depicting the God Anubis, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageAnubis Collection: Picture No. 10895649

Picture No. 10895649
Olive Baboon (Papio anubis) Date:

Background imageAnubis Collection: Picture No. 10763947

Picture No. 10763947
Olive Baboon - responding to photographer Jean-Michel Labat (Papio anubis) Date:

Background imageAnubis Collection: Picture No. 10763900

Picture No. 10763900
Anubis / Olive / Savanna Baboon - Feeding on young Thomsonճ Gazelle (Papio anubis) Date:

Background imageAnubis Collection: Picture No. 10763901

Picture No. 10763901
Anubis / Olive / Savanna Baboon - Killing young Thomsonճ Gazelle (Papio anubis) Date:

Background imageAnubis Collection: Picture No. 10763899

Picture No. 10763899
Anubis / Olive / Savanna Baboon - Feeding on young Thomsonճ Gazelle (Papio anubis) Date:

Background imageAnubis Collection: Picture No. 10895727

Picture No. 10895727
Olive Baboons - troop walking down track - rear view (Papio anubis) Date:

Background imageAnubis Collection: Picture No. 10895726

Picture No. 10895726
Olive Baboons - troop walking down track - rear view (Papio anubis) Date:

Background imageAnubis Collection: Picture No. 10894941

Picture No. 10894941
Olive Baboon - young one on a tree (Papio anubis) Date:

Background imageAnubis Collection: Picture No. 10894938

Picture No. 10894938
Olive Baboon - mother carries child on her back (Papio anubis) Date:

Background imageAnubis Collection: Picture No. 10894940

Picture No. 10894940
Olive Baboon - young ones playing in a tree (Papio anubis) Date:

Background imageAnubis Collection: Picture No. 10895597

Picture No. 10895597
Olive Baboon (Papio anubis) Date:

Background imageAnubis Collection: Stele Irynefer: Top level: The gods Anubis and Osiris enthroned facing Ahmose Nefertari

Stele Irynefer: Top level: The gods Anubis and Osiris enthroned facing Ahmose Nefertari
Stele Irynefer: Top level:The gods Anubis and Osiris enthroned facing Ahmose Nefertari and Amenhotep first deified: Reign of Seti I and Ramses II to 1290-1220 BC

Background imageAnubis Collection: Jackal-headed god Anubis receiving dead king or noble: Painting inside coffin. Anubis

Jackal-headed god Anubis receiving dead king or noble: Painting inside coffin. Anubis, son of Osiris, took souls of dead to his father the judge of the underworld

Background imageAnubis Collection: Egypt, Memphis, Amenhotep sarcophagus, Relief with Anubi as jackal

Egypt, Memphis, Amenhotep sarcophagus, Relief with Anubi as jackal UNESCO World Heritage Site

Background imageAnubis Collection: Treasure of Tutankhamen, wooden statue of jackal god Anubis upon a gilded chest from New Kingdom

Treasure of Tutankhamen, wooden statue of jackal god Anubis upon a gilded chest from New Kingdom
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XVIII. Treasure of Tutankhamen. Wooden statue of jackal god Anubis upon a gilded chest

Background imageAnubis Collection: Cartonnage of the mummy of the priest of Montu, Nes-peka-shuty, detail with deities Ptah and Anubis

Cartonnage of the mummy of the priest of Montu, Nes-peka-shuty, detail with deities Ptah and Anubis
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, Dynasty XXV-XXVI. Cartonnage of the mummy of the priest of Montu, Nes-peka-shuty, detail with deities Ptah and Anubis

Background imageAnubis Collection: Painted wood shabti box depicting the weighing of the soul, detail, New Kingdom, 1000 B. C

Painted wood shabti box depicting the weighing of the soul, detail, New Kingdom, 1000 B. C
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom. Painted wood shabti box depicting the weighing of the soul, 1000 b.C. Detail

Background imageAnubis Collection: Amulets made of gold, lapislazuli and semi-precious stones with vulture, falcon and jackal heads

Amulets made of gold, lapislazuli and semi-precious stones with vulture, falcon and jackal heads
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XVIII. Treasure of Tutankhamen. Amulets made of gold, lapislazuli and semi-precious stones with vulture head (Nekhebet)

Background imageAnubis Collection: Painted wood stele of Usirur, priest of Amon at Thebes. Detail, the deceased before Osiris, Isis

Painted wood stele of Usirur, priest of Amon at Thebes. Detail, the deceased before Osiris, Isis, Nephthys and Anubis
Egyptian civilization, Ptolemaic Period, 3rd century b.C. Painted wood stele of Usirur, priest of Amon at Thebes. Detail, the deceased before Osiris, Isis, Nephthys and Anubis

Background imageAnubis Collection: Shroud depicting the deceased with Anubi and Osiris from Egypt, Saqqara

Shroud depicting the deceased with Anubi and Osiris from Egypt, Saqqara
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period, 1st century A.D. Shroud depicting the deceased with Anubi and Osiris. From Saqqara

Background imageAnubis Collection: Egyptian Limestone Stele C016 / 2811

Egyptian Limestone Stele C016 / 2811
An Egyptian Limestone Stele 1st millennium BCE depicting Isis, Anubis and Ptah

Background imageAnubis Collection: Trial of the Conscience

Trial of the Conscience
Set in in the Hall of the Two-Fold Maat, this illustration from the Book of the Dead depicts the Trial of the Conscience. Here the jackal-headed Anubis is weighing in the Balance the heart

Background imageAnubis Collection: Ceremony of Giving the Heart

Ceremony of Giving the Heart
Ani addressing the jackal-headed Anubis, God of the dead and embalming, in the symbolic ceremony of securing the heart of the deceased

Background imageAnubis Collection: Ancient Egyptian Galley

Ancient Egyptian Galley
A sailing galley, protected from its enemies not only by the courage of her crew but also by the magic eye of Horus and a figurehead representing Anubis. Date: BC

Background imageAnubis Collection: Egyptian god Anubis, 17th century

Egyptian god Anubis, 17th century
Egyptian god of the dead. Engraving depicting a 17th century interpretation of the Egyptian god Anubis. Described as having the head of a dog

Background imageAnubis Collection: Religion / Egypt / Anubis

Religion / Egypt / Anubis
with varius attributes, notably a caduceus and a crocodile : he has a jackal head

Background imageAnubis Collection: Anubis / Osiris / Brown Bg

Anubis / Osiris / Brown Bg
Anubis, who has the head of a jackel, ministers to Osiris attended by Isis and Nephthys




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"Anubis: The Divine Guardian of the Afterlife" In ancient Egyptian mythology, Anubis played a crucial role in guiding souls through the treacherous journey to the afterlife. Depicted in various forms across different artifacts and murals, this god of death and embalming held immense significance for the Egyptians. One such representation can be found in the Papyrus of Ani (Book of the Dead), where Anubis stands tall amidst a scene known as "The Judgement. " This captivating illustration showcases his presence during the weighing of souls, determining their fate based on their earthly deeds. Another mesmerizing depiction is seen on Plate 3 of the Book of the Dead. Here, Anubis leans over Ramses II's mummy within Sinjin's Tomb, symbolizing his protective role even beyond death. Similarly, in Tutankhamun's tomb discovered in Thebes' Valley of Kings, an awe-inspiring mural portrays King Tut transformed into Anubis himself—a testament to his divinity. As one among many Egyptian gods revered by ancient civilization, illustrations often show him holding symbols like ankh—the key to eternal life—emphasizing his connection with both mortality and immortality. Statues dedicated to this deity further solidify his importance; one such statue depicts Hermanubis—an amalgamation between Anubis and Hermes—highlighting cultural syncretism. Preserved papyri from Egypt's rich history provide glimpses into rituals surrounding death and rebirth. In particular, papyrus fragments from The Book of The Dead unveil scenes featuring Anubis during psychostasy—the weighing ceremony that determined if souls were worthy enough for paradise or condemned to eternal darkness. Through these intricate depictions spanning centuries, we witness how deeply ingrained belief systems shaped ancient Egyptian culture. As guardian and guide through life's final journey, Anubis remains an enduring symbol representing humanity's fascination with the mysteries of death and the afterlife.