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Relief depicting a peasant leading a cow to sacrifice, from the Mastab of Ptah-Hotep
XIR247706 Relief depicting a peasant leading a cow to sacrifice, from the Mastab of Ptah-Hotep and Akhti-Hotep, Old Kingdom (limestone) by Egyptian 5th Dynasty (c.2494-2345 BC); Saqqara, Egypt; (add.info.: priest of Maat and his father, a vizier; ); Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 23362466
© Bridgeman Images
Funerary Hieroglyphics Hieroglyphs Horns Sacrificial Sakkara Saqqarah
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the rich history and culture of ancient Egypt with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating image, XIR247706, showcases a relief from the Mastab of Ptah-Hotep and Akhti-Hotep, dating back to the Old Kingdom (c.2494-2345 BC) in Saqqara. Witness the profound moment as a peasant leads a cow to sacrifice, a poignant representation of religious devotion during this era. Bring the mysteries of Egyptian history into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade poster prints.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a relief from the Mastab of Ptah-Hotep and Akhti-Hotep, dating back to the Egyptian 5th Dynasty. The intricate carving on limestone depicts an ancient ritual where a peasant leads a cow to sacrifice. The scene is set in Saqqara, Egypt, known for its rich historical significance. The relief offers us a glimpse into the religious practices of that time period. It portrays a priest of Maat and his father, who was a vizier, engaged in this solemn act. The hieroglyphs carved alongside the figures add depth and meaning to the artwork. The image captures our attention with its detailed depiction of horns adorning both the peasant's headwear and the sacrificial cow. These horns symbolize power and fertility in ancient Egyptian culture. As we delve into this piece further, it becomes evident that it originated from a tomb at Saqqara, emphasizing its funerary nature. This relief would have served as an important part of burial rituals or ceremonies honoring deceased individuals. Bridgeman Images has beautifully preserved this relic from antiquity through their expert photography skills. By sharing this print with us today, they allow us to appreciate not only the artistry but also gain insights into ancient Egyptian customs surrounding life and death.
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