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Egypt, Saqqara, Djosers step pyramid, Fragment representing Pharaoh Djoser (Netjerikhet) wrapped up in the mantle for the celebration of the Heb Sed (jubilee), third dynasty, limestone
Filename: 940_18_87036367.jpg
Size: 2775 x 3675 (2.6MB)
Date: 10th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Source: De Agostini Picture Library
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Egypt, Saqqara, Djosers step pyramid, Fragment representing Pharaoh Djoser (Netjerikhet) wrapped up in the mantle for the celebration of the Heb Sed (jubilee), third dynasty, limestone
Egypt, Saqqara, Djosers step pyramid, Fragment representing Pharaoh Djoser (Netjerikhet) wrapped up in the mantle for the celebration of the Heb Sed (jubilee), third dynasty, limestone 27th-26th Century B.C. Italy, Turin, Museo Egizio (Egyptian Museum), Old Kingdom, Egyptian art
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Media ID 9473095
Ancient Egyptian Culture Bronze Age Egypt Grey Background Hieroglyph Incomplete Old Kingdom Symbol Archaeological Artifact
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a fragment of ancient Egyptian history, specifically the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara. The image captures a remarkable limestone representation of Pharaoh Djoser (Netjerikhet), wrapped in an exquisite mantle for the celebration of the Heb Sed, also known as the jubilee. Dating back to the third dynasty during the 27th-26th Century B. C. , this artifact is housed at Italy's Turin Museum Egizio (Egyptian Museum). The photograph highlights intricate details and craftsmanship that have withstood thousands of years. The vertical composition emphasizes its significance and allows us to appreciate every aspect, from hieroglyphs adorning its surface to human representations skillfully carved into stone. Against a serene grey background, this archaeological treasure stands as a symbol of Egypt's rich cultural heritage and Bronze Age civilization. Despite being incomplete, it exudes an aura of power and majesty associated with ancient Egyptian rulers. As we gaze upon this studio-shot masterpiece, we are transported back in time to an era when pharaohs ruled over vast empires. It serves as a reminder that even fragments can hold immense historical value and provide invaluable insights into our past.
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