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Shabti box depicting the deceased sitting at offering table, close-up
Filename: 940_18_98009331.jpg
Size: 3132 x 4025 (3.3MB)
Date: 13th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Source: De Agostini Picture Library
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Universal Images Group (UIG)
Shabti box depicting the deceased sitting at offering table, close-up
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom. Detail of shabti box depicting the deceased sitting at an offering table
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Media ID 9516877
Afterlife Ancient Egypt Arch Chair Dead Person Death Egyptian Civilization Hieroglyphs New Kingdom One Man Only Priest Religious Offering Semi Dress Shabti Offering Table
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) transports us back to the ancient Egyptian civilization during the New Kingdom. The image showcases a close-up of a shabti box, intricately adorned with hieroglyphs and exquisite artistry. At its center, we see an illustration depicting the deceased sitting at an offering table. The level of detail in this artwork is truly remarkable; every stroke and line tells a story of religious devotion and reverence for the afterlife. The vertical composition allows us to fully appreciate the craftsmanship that went into creating this masterpiece. The scene depicted on the shabti box takes place indoors, possibly within a temple or sacred space. A single figure, presumably a priest or individual responsible for performing religious rituals, is shown seated at the offering table. Dressed in semi-formal attire, he appears deep in contemplation as he carries out his duties. This photograph not only captures our attention but also sparks our curiosity about life and death in ancient Egypt. It serves as a powerful reminder of how art and craft were intertwined with religion during this period. Through images like these, we gain insight into the beliefs and practices that shaped one of history's most fascinating civilizations.
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