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Egyptian antiquite: the weighing of the soul - Detail of Book of Dead
LRI4719180 Egyptian antiquite: the weighing of the soul - Detail of Book of Dead, papyrus preserved at the Egyptian Museum of Torino, Italy by Egyptian; Egyptian Museum, Turin, Italy; (add.info.: Egyptian antiquite: the weighing of the soul - Detail of Book of Dead, papyrus preserved at the Egyptian Museum of Torino, Italy); Luisa Ricciarini; Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 23327896
© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
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Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Add a touch of ancient Egyptian mystique to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an intricately detailed image of the 'Weighing of the Soul' from the Book of Dead, this mug showcases the captivating artwork by Luisa Ricciarini from Fine Art Finder. Each sip brings you closer to the enigmatic world of Egyptian antiquity. Perfect for tea or coffee, this mug is not just a drinkware, but a conversation starter and a work of art in itself.
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Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from the Book of Dead, an ancient Egyptian papyrus preserved at the Egyptian Museum of Turin, Italy. The image depicts the profound ritual known as "the weighing of the soul" a crucial moment in Egyptian mythology and beliefs about life after death. In this intricate artwork by Luisa Ricciarini, we witness a scene filled with symbolism and spiritual significance. A divine figure, likely Anubis or Osiris, stands tall holding an instrument used for measuring souls. With utmost precision and care, he weighs the heart of the deceased against Ma'at's feather—a symbol representing truth and justice. The delicate balance between these two elements determines one's fate in the afterlife. If the heart is lighter than Ma'at's feather, it signifies that their actions on Earth were virtuous and aligned with cosmic order. As a result, they are granted eternal paradise. However, if their heart is heavy with sins or wrongdoing, it will be devoured by Ammit—an ominous creature lurking nearby—leading to eternal damnation. Through this awe-inspiring artwork captured on papyrus paper centuries ago, we gain insight into ancient Egyptian religious practices and their belief in judgment beyond death. It serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with matters of faith and our quest for understanding what lies beyond mortal existence.
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