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Egypt, Thebes, Detail from Anthropoid sarcophagus of Butehamon (royal scribe of the Theban Necropolis) depicting the world creation, third intermediate period, twenty-first dynasty, painted and varnished wood
Filename: 940_18_87036484.jpg
Size: 3480 x 2794 (2.9MB)
Date: 10th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Source: De Agostini Picture Library
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Egypt, Thebes, Detail from Anthropoid sarcophagus of Butehamon (royal scribe of the Theban Necropolis) depicting the world creation, third intermediate period, twenty-first dynasty, painted and varnished wood
Egypt, Thebes, Detail from Anthropoid sarcophagus of Butehamon (royal scribe of the Theban Necropolis) depicting the world creation, third intermediate period, twenty-first dynasty, painted and varnished wood 11th-10th Century B.C. Italy, Turin, Museo Egizio (Egyptian Museum), Egyptian art
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Media ID 9471765
10th Century Bc 21st Dynasty Ancient Egyptian Culture Egypt Egyptian God Egyptian Goddess Female Likeness Mythology Origins Sarcophagus Archaeological Artifact
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print transports us back to ancient Egypt, specifically Thebes during the third intermediate period of the twenty-first dynasty. It showcases a mesmerizing detail from an anthropoid sarcophagus belonging to Butehamon, a royal scribe of the Theban Necropolis. The intricate artwork on this painted and varnished wood sarcophagus depicts the creation of the world, offering us a glimpse into Egyptian mythology and religious beliefs. With its horizontal composition, we are presented with male and female likenesses representing deities or important figures in their pantheon. The skilled illustration and painting techniques employed here showcase the mastery of ancient Egyptian artistry. This artifact serves as a testament to their rich cultural heritage and provides valuable insights into their understanding of origins and divine beings. Preserved in Italy's Turin Museum Egizio (Egyptian Museum), this archaeological treasure stands as a tangible link between our modern world and one that existed over 3,000 years ago. Its significance lies not only in its historical value but also in its ability to evoke wonderment at humanity's enduring fascination with life's mysteries. As we gaze upon this image, let us appreciate the craftsmanship behind it while contemplating how these ancient Egyptians sought meaning through their artistic expressions. May it serve as a reminder that even across vast spans of time, human curiosity about our existence remains unyielding.
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