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Book of the Dead / 11
Ani and his wife approach the Seven Gates of Arit, the 10 pylons of Osiris
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Approach Dead Gates Osiris Pylons
20x30 inch Poster Print
Discover the captivating allure of ancient Egypt with our exquisite range of poster prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. Feast your eyes on the hauntingly beautiful "Book of the Dead / 11," which depicts Ani and his wife approaching the Seven Gates of Aaru, the 10 pylons of Osiris. This enchanting image transports you back in time, immersing you in the rich history and mystical allure of Egypt's ancient culture. Perfect for adding a touch of timeless elegance to any room, these high-quality poster prints are sure to ignite your imagination and spark conversation. Bring the wonders of the past into your modern world with the Media Storehouse range of Mary Evans Picture Library 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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image from the annals of ancient Egyptian history depicts Ani, a nobleman from Thebes, and his wife, Thutmose, making their approach to the Seven Gates of Arit, also known as the Ten Pylons of Osiris. This scene is taken from the Book of the Dead, an intricately illustrated funerary text that was believed to guide the deceased through the afterlife. The Seven Gates of Arit, located at the entrance to the afterlife, were guarded by the god Osiris and his forty-two assessors. Ani and his wife are shown respectfully bowing before the first gate, symbolizing their submission to the divine authority of Osiris and their readiness to face the judgement that lay ahead. The Ten Pylons, each adorned with the image of Osiris, represented the various aspects of the god and the different trials that the deceased had to pass through in order to attain eternal life. The couple's successful passage through these gates was a testament to their worthiness and their belief in the power of the gods to grant them a peaceful and prosperous afterlife. This image, taken from the tomb of Ani (TT38), which dates back to the New Kingdom period (around 1250 BC), offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich and complex religious beliefs of ancient Egypt. The intricate details of the artwork, the solemn expressions of the figures, and the sense of reverence and awe that pervades the scene, all serve to transport us back to a time when the line between the living and the dead was believed to be thin and porous, and when the power of the gods was a constant presence in everyday life.
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