Hieroglyphic Collection (page 4)

The Beth Shean Gate lintel inscribed with Ramesses III
The Beth Shean Gate lintel inscribed with the name of Ramesses III. 12th Century BC. Limestone. Rockefeller Archaeological Museum. Jerusalem, Israel. Date: 2014

The Phaistos Disc (1/2)
The Phaistos Disc (also spelled Phaistos Disk, Phaestos Disc) is a disk of fired clay from the Minoan palace of Phaistos on the island of Crete

The Phaistos Disc (2/2)
The Phaistos Disc (also spelled Phaistos Disk, Phaestos Disc) is a disk of fired clay from the Minoan palace of Phaistos on the island of Crete

Egypt. Painted wooden stele. The deseased before Osiris
Egyptian Art. Painted wooden stele. The deseased before Osiris, Isis and Anubis. From Thebes. New Kingdom of Egypt (1550 BC-1977 BC). Egyptian Museum of Turin. Italy. Date:

Guide to afterlife for Amunem-wija. Egypt
Guide to afterlife for Amunem-wija, chief of the domain. Papyrus. Third Intermediate Period. 21st Dynasty. 1075-946 BC. Thebes, Egypt. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

Guide to the alterlife for Sesech. Egypt
Guide to the afterlife for Sesech, chief of the domain. Papyrus. New Kingdom. 20th Dynasty. 1190-1075 BC. Thebes, Egypt. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

Book of what is in the netherworld (Amduat). Egypt
Book of what is in the netherworld (Amduat). Papyrus. Cursive hieroglyphic. Third Intermediate Period. 21st Dynasty. 1075-944 BC. Thebes. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

3rd Century BC 4th Ancient Age Ancient Egypt
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Book of the Death of the mistress Neferini. Papyrus. Egypt
Book of the Death of the mistress Neferini. Papyrus. Cursive hieroglyphic. Ptolemaic Kingdom. 4th-1st century BC. Achmim, Egypt. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

Djehapimu sarcophagus case. Egypt
Djehapimu sarcophagus case. High Royal official. Late Period. 746-332 BC. Granite. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

Ancient Egypt. Judgement of the Dead. Book of the Death. Funerary papyri. 3rd-1st BC. Egyptian Museum. Turin. Italy

18th Dynasty 1400 BC 1400BC Ancient Age Ancient
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Book of the Dead. Tomb of Kha. Egypt
Egypt. Book of the Dead. From the tomb of royal architect Kha (Deir el-Medina). 1400 BC. 18th dynasty. New Kingdom. Egyptian Museum. Turin. Italy

Funerary stele of Hefrer. Egypt
Funerary stele of Hefrer. Painted limestone. 26th-early 27th dynasties. Late Period. C. 600-500 BC. Probably from Abydos, Egypt. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark

Egyptian art. Fragment of a papyrus with hieroglyphic writing. Egyptian Museum of Turin. Italy

Sarcophagus of Nesi-Hor. 200 B. C. Hieroglyphic writing. Carl
Egyptian Art. Sarcophagus of Nesi-Hor. C. 200 B.C. Detail. Hieroglyphic writing. Ptolemaic Egypt. Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum. Copenhagen. Denmark

Sarcophagus of Thut-nakht. C. 200 B. C. Ptolemaic Egypt. Carl
Egyptian Art. Sarcophagus of Thut-nakht. C. 200 B.C. Ptolemaic Egypt. Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum. Copenhagen. Denmark

Coffin of Gua. Detail. Egypt
Coffin of Gua. Painted cedar wood. Exterior. Detail. Stresses the pair of eyes on the east side that allowed the deceased look towards the dawn. 1850 BC. 12th Dynasty. Middle Kingdom

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Book of the Dead. Fragment. Egypt
Fragment of a text of the Book of the Dead. Ink on papyrus. Around 1480 BC. 18th Dynasty. New Kingdom. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Nyankhre false door stela. Egypt
Nyankhre false door stela. 2450 BC. Limestone's small false door from the mastaba of the hairdresser's superintendent of the Palace Niankhre

Funerary stela of Intef. Egypt
Limestone funerary stela depicting Intef seated before the table of offerings. Beside him, his father, his mother and other relatives and servants

Stela of Wennekhu. Egypt
Stela of Wennekhu. In the upper register, the god Ra depicted in the solar boat with the falcon-headed. In the lower register

Egyptians writing
Egyptian writing. Upper: Letter to a deceased on papyrus. Around 2000 BC. End of the First Intermediate Period. Origin unknown. Lower: Hieratic Papyrus. Ptolemaic Period. 305-30 BC. Origin unknown

Stela of User. Egypt
Stela of User. Decorated with hieroglyphic inscriptions on the petition of offerings to the Ka of User. Central scene depicts the deceased with his dog and sitting at the table of offerings

Canopic jars
Polychormed canopic jars. Used by the egyptians during the mummification to preserve the viscera. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Mastaba of Nhnumhotep and Niankhkhnum. Royal srvant. Egypt
Mastaba of Nhnumhotep and Niankhkhnum. Royal servants at the palace of pharaoh Niuserre. Entrance with relief depicting the dead on both sides of the door. Detail. Saqqara. Egypt

Mastaba of Nhnumhotep and Niankhkhnum. Royal servants. Egypt
Mastaba of Nhnumhotep and Niankhkhnum. Royal servants at the palace of pharaoh Niuserre. Entrance with relief depicting the dead on both sides of the door. Saqqara. Egypt

Book of the Dead of Neb-Hepet, detail of the fields, 1075 BC (papyrus)
885863 Book of the Dead of Neb-Hepet, detail of the fields, 1075 BC (papyrus) by Egyptian 21st Dynasty (c.1069-945 BC); Egyptian Museum, Turin

Stele of Paamun (Paamoun), in bottom representation of his death by drowning due to his beatification, 300 BC (relief)
885861 Stele of Paamun (Paamoun), in bottom representation of his death by drowning due to his beatification, 300 BC (relief) by Egyptian, (4th century BC); Egyptian Museum, Turin

Tsekhons book of the dead, detail, the weighing of souls (psychostasis), -664 to -332 (papyrus)
885865 Tsekhons book of the dead, detail, the weighing of souls (psychostasis), -664 to -332 (papyrus) by Egyptian; Egyptian Museum, Turin, Italy; (add.info.: Anubis, god of funerary rites, Osiris)

False Door of Princess Uhemnefret (?) adorned with reliefs and table of offerings, 4th dynasty
885853 False Door of Princess Uhemnefret (?) adorned with reliefs and table of offerings, 4th dynasty. from the necropolis of Ghyze (Gyza or Giza)

Figurine of a cat, c. 300BC (bronze)
BIR185859 Figurine of a cat, c.300BC (bronze) by Egyptian, (4th century BC); Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery

Block statue of Nespeka-Shuty, 851-799 BC, from Karnak (limestone)
7062614 Block statue of Nespeka-Shuty, 851-799 BC, from Karnak (limestone) by Egyptian; Luxor Museum of Ancient Art, Egypt; (add.info.: Block statue of Nespeka-Shuty, 851-799 BC, from Karnak)

Stela of Ramses III presenting offering to Amun, 1193-1162 BC, from Qurna (stone)
7062613 Stela of Ramses III presenting offering to Amun, 1193-1162 BC, from Qurna (stone) by Egyptian; Luxor Museum of Ancient Art, Egypt; (add.info.: Stela of Ramses III presenting offering to Amun)

Statue of Amun and Mut, new kingdom, from Karnak (granite)
7062615 Statue of Amun and Mut, new kingdom, from Karnak (granite) by Egyptian, New Kingdom (c.1567-1085 BC); Luxor Museum of Ancient Art, Egypt; (add.info.: Statue of Amun and Mut, new kingdom)

Obelisk of Ramesses II, 1193-1162 BC, from Karnak (granite)
7062603 Obelisk of Ramesses II, 1193-1162 BC, from Karnak (granite) by Egyptian; Luxor Museum of Ancient Art, Egypt; (add.info.: Obelisk of Ramesses II, 1193-1162 BC, from Karnak, granite)

Carved wall representing three cartouches of king Thutmosis I and III, 1490-1436 BC, from el Deir el Bahari (limestone)
7062608 Carved wall representing three cartouches of king Thutmosis I and III, 1490-1436 BC, from el Deir el Bahari (limestone) by Egyptian; Luxor Museum of Ancient Art

Statue of Amenhotep, son of Hapu, as seated scribe, 18th dynasty, from Karnak (grey granite)
7062644 Statue of Amenhotep, son of Hapu, as seated scribe, 18th dynasty, from Karnak (grey granite) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Luxor Museum of Ancient Art

Stele discovered in Tell El-Amarna representing Akhenaten, 18th dynasty, polychrome limestone, Egyptian Museum, Cairo
7058368 Stele discovered in Tell El-Amarna representing Akhenaten, 18th dynasty, polychrome limestone, Egyptian Museum, Cairo

Stela of Apries, detail, 580 BC circa, (sandstone)
7129678 Stela of Apries, detail, 580 BC circa, (sandstone) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); Open Air Museum at Memphis, Mit Rahina, Egypt; (add.info.: Stela of Apries, detail, 580 BC circa)

Wall reliefs, Karnak temple complex, Luxor, Egypt
7128796 Wall reliefs, Karnak temple complex, Luxor, Egypt by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Karnak Temple, Karnak, Egypt; (add.info.: Wall reliefs, Karnak temple complex, Luxor)

Paser and Henut, ramesside period, from Tell el Hibua (grey granite)
7062632 Paser and Henut, ramesside period, from Tell el Hibua (grey granite) by Egyptian; Luxor Museum of Ancient Art, Egypt; (add.info.: Paser and Henut, ramesside period, from Tell el Hibua)

Replica of the Narmer palette, Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt
7058320 Replica of the Narmer palette, Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt by Prehistoric; Egyptian National Museum, Cairo, Egypt; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Stela of Apries, detail, 580 BC circa, (sandstone)
7129688 Stela of Apries, detail, 580 BC circa, (sandstone) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); Open Air Museum at Memphis, Mit Rahina, Egypt; (add.info.: Stela of Apries, detail, 580 BC circa)

Hieroglypic carvings on wall at the ancient temple
7129633 Hieroglypic carvings on wall at the ancient temple by Egyptian 20th Dynasty (1200-1085 BC); Luxor, Egypt; (add.info.: Hieroglypic carvings on wall at the ancient temple of Medinat Habu)

Statue of Psametik, late period, 26th dynasty, (limestone)
7129545 Statue of Psametik, late period, 26th dynasty, (limestone) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); Imhotep museum, Saqqara, Egypt; (add.info.: Statue of Psametik, late period, 26th dynasty)

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"Hieroglyphic: Unlocking the Ancient Egyptian Language" Step into the mesmerizing world of ancient Egypt through the intricate art of hieroglyphics. These fascinating symbols, carved and painted on temple walls, tombs, and artifacts, provide a window into the rich history and culture of this enigmatic civilization. Marvel at the relief depicting Akhenaten, Nefertiti, and their three daughters—a snapshot frozen in time that showcases their royal splendor. The attention to detail is awe-inspiring as you observe every delicate line etched onto stone. The Rosetta Stone stands as a testament to human curiosity and determination. This remarkable artifact became the key to deciphering hieroglyphics when it was discovered in 1799. Today, it resides in the British Museum in London—bridging continents and connecting us with our past. Pharaoh Amenhotep I's legacy lives on through his majestic tomb adorned with captivating hieroglyphs. As you stand before one of its double doors embellished with an image of Isis—the goddess of magic—you can almost feel her mystical presence. In Memphis, a relief carving brings forth Goddess Nephthys—an embodiment of beauty and power. Her graceful figure captivates all who gaze upon her divine form. Travel to Dendera where the Temple of Hathor awaits—a sanctuary dedicated to love and joy. Its walls are adorned with vibrant hieroglyphic paintings that depict scenes from daily life—a vivid portrayal of ancient Egyptian society. Enter Tutankhamun's tomb nestled within the Valley of Kings—an archaeological treasure trove filled with stunning wall paintings that narrate stories from his afterlife journey. Each brushstroke tells tales lost in time but preserved for eternity through these sacred symbols. The Eye of Horus symbolizes protection against evil forces—a powerful emblem found on false doors like Senenmut's grand entranceway into eternity—an everlasting tribute to his status as a revered noble.