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Statue of a Saitic era Egyptian sacerdote preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris
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Statue of a Saitic era Egyptian sacerdote preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris
Statue of a Saitic era Egyptian sacerdote preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Musuem Statue Twenty-sixth Dynasty, Late Period, Egypt - Egyptian Art, Africa, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1908. Date of Artwork:664-525 a.C. ca
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-023862-0000
Media ID 33120434
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Africa Egypt Egyptian Art Head Late Period Non Christian Religions Priest Parts Of The Body
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This photograph captures the essence of ancient Egyptian civilization, frozen in time within the walls of the Louvre Museum in Paris. The subject of this print is a remarkable statue depicting a Saitic era Egyptian sacerdote, or priest, dating back to the Twenty-sixth Dynasty during the Late Period of Egypt. The intricate details preserved on this sculpture are awe-inspiring. From its elaborate costume and fashion to its meticulously carved human body, every aspect speaks volumes about the rich history and culture it represents. The male figure stands tall and proud, his nude form revealing both vulnerability and strength. His face exudes wisdom as if he holds secrets from centuries past. As we gaze upon this portrait, we are transported back in time to an era when non-Christian religions thrived in Africa. This statue serves as a testament to their beliefs and practices that shaped ancient civilizations. It reminds us that there is so much more beyond what meets the eye - hidden stories waiting to be discovered. Photographed by Alinari Fratelli in 1908, this image captures not only a work of art but also an important piece of history. Its presence within one of the world's most renowned museums allows visitors from all corners of the globe to appreciate and learn from our shared human heritage. Let us marvel at this extraordinary artifact with reverence for those who came before us - their customs, rituals, and spirituality forever etched into stone for generations to come.
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