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Votive Offering Stele Dedicated to Menkheperure, New Kingdom (1569-1081 BCE). Creator: Unknown
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Votive Offering Stele Dedicated to Menkheperure, New Kingdom (1569-1081 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Votive Offering Stele Dedicated to Menkheperure, New Kingdom (1569-1081 BCE)
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15th Century Bc Attendant Hieroglyph Hieroglyphic Hieroglyphics Limestone New Kingdom Offering Pharaoh Stele Votive Ancient Egyptian Mizraim Thutmose Iv
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This ancient Egyptian votive offering stele, dedicated to Menkheperure, dates back to the New Kingdom period between 1569-1081 BCE. The stele, made of limestone, is currently housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). The close-up image showcases intricate hieroglyphics that adorn the surface of the stele, depicting various scenes and offerings made to the monarch. At the center of the stele, Menkheperure, whose name translates to "Established in Thebes," is depicted as a Pharaoh, seated on a throne with the traditional false beard and a nemes headdress. He is shown making an offering to the god Thoth, who is depicted as an ibis-headed deity. Two boys, dressed as attendants, stand on either side of Menkheperure, each holding a tray with offerings. The boys' youthful faces and attire suggest that they may represent the king's sons or possibly the royal children of the time. The hieroglyphics surrounding the scene describe the offerings being made and the blessings bestowed upon the king. The stele's intricate details and the use of color and lacquer to enhance the hieroglyphics make it an exceptional example of ancient Egyptian art. The image offers a glimpse into the religious practices and the royal court of the New Kingdom, providing valuable insights into the culture and heritage of ancient Egypt.
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