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Group Figurine of Osiris Facing a Squatting Goddess (image 1 of 2), 26th-31st Dynasty (664-332 BCE). Creator: Unknown
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Group Figurine of Osiris Facing a Squatting Goddess (image 1 of 2), 26th-31st Dynasty (664-332 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Group Figurine of Osiris Facing a Squatting Goddess (image 1 of 2), 26th-31st Dynasty (664-332 BCE)
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26th Dynasty 31st Dynasty 4th Century Bc 5th Century Bc Afterlife Face To Face Fertility Gender Osiris Position Ancient Egyptian Mizraim
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This Group Figurine of Osiris Facing a Squatting Goddess, hailing from the 26th-31st Dynasty of ancient Egypt (approximately 664-332 BCE), is a stunning testament to the rich artistic heritage of this intriguing civilization. The figurine, currently housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), showcases the intricate details and masterful craftsmanship of ancient Egyptian art. Osiris, the deity of the afterlife, is depicted as a mummified figure, with his face in a serene expression, wearing the distinctive Nemes headdress and a false beard. He is shown facing a squatting goddess, believed to represent the goddess Mizraim or Isis, the goddess of fertility and motherhood. The goddess is shown in a dynamic pose, her legs bent in a squatting position, with her arms raised and hands in a gesture of protection or blessing. The figurine is made of bronze, and the intricate details of the gods' faces and clothing are brought to life through the use of color and the application of fine lines. The close-up view of the image reveals the individual beads and intricate patterns on Osiris' headdress, as well as the delicate folds of the goddess' clothing. The position of the gods in this figurine is significant, as it represents the idea of Osiris and Isis facing each other, symbolizing the union of the god of the afterlife and the goddess of fertility, and the continuation of life after death. The figurine is a powerful reminder of the complex mythology and rich religious traditions of ancient Egypt, and a testament to the enduring influence of this civilization on world culture.
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