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Bronze statue representing Genius of flooding of the Nile river, kneeling and making offerings with papyrus-flower headdress
Filename: 940_18_98005835.jpg
Size: 2801 x 3517 (1.5MB)
Date: 10th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Source: De Agostini Picture Library
Universal Images Group (UIG) Photo Prints and Wall Art
Bronze statue representing Genius of flooding of the Nile river, kneeling and making offerings with papyrus-flower headdress
Egyptian civilization, Late Period. Bronze statue representing the Genius of the flooding of the Nile river, kneeling and making offerings with a papyrus-flower headdress
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Media ID 9475581
Ancient Egypt Bronze Egyptian Civilization Female Likeness Headwear Late Period Mythology Papyrus Religious Offering
EDITORS COMMENTS
This bronze statue captures the essence of the Genius of the flooding of the Nile river, a significant figure in ancient Egyptian civilization. With a papyrus-flower headdress adorning her head, she kneels gracefully while making offerings to honor this natural phenomenon that played a crucial role in sustaining life along the Nile. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this masterpiece. The intricate craftsmanship brings out the delicate features and feminine likeness of this divine being. Against a pristine white background, the statue stands as an emblematic representation of mythology and antiquities. In this studio shot, we are presented with a single object that holds immense historical significance. It serves as a reminder of how religion and spirituality were deeply intertwined with everyday life during ancient Egypt's Late Period. The papyrus held by our bronze deity symbolizes knowledge and wisdom associated with the Nile River's annual flood cycle. This religious offering pays homage to its power and abundance, which sustained agriculture and allowed civilizations to flourish for centuries. As we admire this remarkable piece from Universal Images Group (UIG), it transports us back in time, allowing us to appreciate not only its artistic beauty but also its cultural importance within Egyptian civilization.
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