Hieratic Collection (page 4)

Egyptian art. Hieroglyphic writing. Great Temple. Abu Simbel
Egyptian art. Hieroglyphic writing. Detail of the lower relief in the stele that depicts the pharaoh Ramses II offering war prisoners to god Amun. Great Temple of Ramses II. 19th Dynasty

Great Temple of Ramses II. Union between Upper and Lower Egy
Relief depicting the union between Upper and Lower Egypt with the Royal cartidge of the pharaoh Ramses II. Great Temple of Ramses II. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Abu Simbel. Egypt

Great Temple of Ramses II. Relief depicting the pharaoh Rams
Egyptian art. Great Temple of Ramses II. Pharaoh Ramses II before a goddess. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Abu Simbel. Egypt

Small Temple or Temple of Hathor. The gods Set (left) and Ho
Egyptian art. Small Temple or Temple of Hathor. 19th dynasty. New Empire. The gods Set (left) and Horus (right) adoring Ramses II. Abu Simbel. Egypt

Egyptian art. Temple of Hathor or Small Temple. Facade depic
Egyptian art. Temple of Hathor or Small Temple dedicated to Nefertari. Facade depicting the pharaoh Ramses II (1290-1224 BC) and his wife Queen Nefertari dressed as Hathor. 19th dynasty. New Kingdom

Egyptian art. Small Temple or Temple of Hathor. Inside view. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Abu Simbel. Egypt

Egyptian Art. Great Temple of Ramses II. Sculpture of the god Ra carved above the entrance of the temple.19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Abu Simbel. Egypt

Small Temple or Temple of Hathor. Relief depicting the phara
Egyptian art. Small Temple or Temple of Hathor. 19th dynasty. New Empire. Relief depicting the pharaoh Ramses II offering to the god. Abu Simbel. Egypt

Egyptian art. Great Temple of Ramses II. Military campaign a
Egyptian art. Great Temple of Ramses II. 19th Dynasty. Military campaign against the Hittites. Ramses II at the Battle of Kadesh. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Abu Simbel. Egypt

Egyptian Art. Funerary Stela of the Bowman Semin. First Intermediate Period. 11th Dynasty. Reign of Intef I-III. ca. 21202051 B.C. Egypt, Upper Egypt; Thebes, el-Tarif probably

Relief depicting gods Horus and Thoth blessing a Ptolemaic pharaoh. Temple of Horus. Edfu. Egypt

Pharaoh before gods. Edfu. Egypt
Temple of Horus. Pharaoh before gods. Main entrance. First pylon. Detail. Edfu. Egypt

The pharaoh Ptolemy XII Neo Dionysos Edfu. Egypt
Temple of Horus. The pharaoh Ptolemy XII Neo Dionysos. Main entrance. First pylon. Detail. Edfu. Egypt

Horus. Edfu. Egypt
Temple of Horus. God Horus with double crown. Main entrance. First pylon. Detail. Edfu. Egypt

God Horus and goddess Hathor. Edfu. Egypt
Temple of Horus. God Horus and goddess Hathor with double crown. Main entrance. First pylon. Detail. Edfu. Egypt

Osiris. Temple of Hatshepsut. Deir El-Bahari. Egypt
Osiris. Polychrome limestone reliefs from the Temple of Hatshepsut. Dynasty XVIII. New Kingdom. By 1490 B.C. Deir El-Bahari. Egypt

Relief depicting the union between Upper Egypt and Lower Egypt. Base of the Colossi of Memnon. Detail. Medinet Habu. Egypt

Statuettes from the tomb of Tutankhamun
Egyptian Art. Statuettes from the tomb of Tutankhamun. New Kingdom. Luxor Museum

Temple of Ramses III. The pharaoh Ramses III before the war-god Monthu, with falcon-headed, solar disk and crown with two feathers. New Kingdom. (1550-1069 b.C). Twentieth dynasty. Thebes

Egyptian soldiers in the expedition to the Land of Punt. Temple of Hatshepsut. C. 1490 b.C.18th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Deir el-Bahari. Egypt. (PR)

Relief depicting god Hapy. Luxor. Egypt
EGYPTIAN ART. EGYPT. GOD HAPY. Deity of fertility, associated with the river Nile. He is pictured as a paunchy man with sagging breasts and palm leaves. Temple of Luxor

Priest performing a ritual of incense before an offering tab
Relief depicting a priest performing a ritual of incense before an offering table. New Kingdom. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

Relief depicting Egyptian divinity giving the Ankh to a pharaoh. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

Relief depicting a religious offering. Temple of Luxor. New Kingdom. Egypt

Pharaoh Amenhotep III offering to the god Amun lotus flowers and papyrus. New Kingdom. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

Relief depicting a pharaoh making offerings to the god MIN, god of fertility. Chapel dedicated to Amun-Min. New Empire. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

Relief depicting the god Monthu offering the ankh to the pharaoh. New Empire. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

Relief depicting a pharaoh making an offering to the Gods. New Empire. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

Pharaoh making an offering of papyrus flowers to the gods. L
EGYPTIAN ART. Relief depicting a pharaoh making an offering of papyrus flowers to the gods. FIRST COURTYARD OF RAMSES II. TEMPLE OF LUXOR. Dynasty XIX. New Empire

Egyptian relief with Amon and Ra. Luxor Temple. Egypt
EGYPTIAN ART. Relief with god Amon the mysterious, helmet covered with two large feathers and beard. Behind him RA, higher solar god represented with a falcons head, cow horns and solar disk

Relief depicting god Amun. Luxor
Relief depicting god Amun with great helmet covered with two large feathers and beard sitting on the throne. First court of Ramses II. New Empire. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

Temple of Luxor. Relief. New Kingdom. Egypt

Rellief depicting goddess Sekhmet or Sekhmet, head of a lioness and the god Amon. New Kingdom. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

Relief depicting Egyptian deities. New Kingdom. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

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"Hieratic: Unveiling the Ancient Egyptian World" Step back in time to the reign of Pharaoh Amenhotep I, where hieratic script played a vital role in communication and record-keeping. This unique form of writing, derived from Egyptian art and culture, allowed for efficient documentation of daily life. Intriguingly, a relief depicting a bee, symbolizing Lower Egypt, showcases the artistic prowess of this era. The Cycladic relief known as Pithos presents us with an enchanting depiction of Potnia Theron (Mistress of Animals), highlighting the reverence for nature prevalent in ancient times. Hieratic papyrus provides us with glimpses into various aspects of society. From process documents to conspirator death lawsuits, these texts shed light on legal proceedings during that period. Additionally, we delve into Sesech's guide to the afterlife - an invaluable insight into their beliefs surrounding death and what awaited them beyond. The Book of What is in the Netherworld (Amduat) takes us on an otherworldly journey through ancient Egypt's underworld. Dating back to 3rd Century BC during the fourth ancient age, this book offers intricate details about their cosmology and spiritual practices. Unearthed from history's depths is also the Book of Death belonging to Neferini - a beautifully preserved papyrus revealing rituals and prayers performed for her safe passage into eternity. Marvel at steles like that of Itenhab or Wennekhu which provide visual narratives etched onto stone surfaces. These remarkable artifacts transport us directly to 1870BC when they were created – allowing us to witness moments frozen in time. Hieratic script transcends mere words; it serves as a portal connecting modern-day enthusiasts with ancient civilizations' wisdom and knowledge. As we explore these remnants from thousands of years ago, let our curiosity be ignited by hieratic's enigmatic allure – unlocking secrets hidden within the sands of time.