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Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)
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Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood)
5938311 Inner coffin of User-Het, 1991 BC-1783 BC (wood) by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC); 41.2x33.2x182.4 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: Inscriptions: O Osiris warrior User-het, your mother Nut spreads herself over you in her name of Coverer of heaven. May she cause that you are as a god and no enemy will touch him with any evil thing in her name of ? uniter ); eFitzwilliam Museum; Egyptian, out of copyright
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This photograph captures the intricate beauty of the Inner coffin of User-Het, a remarkable artifact from ancient Egypt. Created during the Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC), this wooden coffin measures an impressive 41.2x33.2x182.4 cm and is currently housed at the Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge in the UK. The craftsmanship displayed on this piece is truly awe-inspiring. Adorned with inscriptions that honor Osiris warrior User-het, it depicts his mother Nut spreading herself over him as a symbol of protection and unity with heaven. The hope expressed through these words is evident - to become godlike and shielded from any harm or evil. As we delve into its details, we are transported back in time to a period where death was seen as a transition rather than an end. This coffin served not only as a vessel for preserving User-Het's physical remains but also as a conduit for his journey into the afterlife. Every inch of this wooden masterpiece tells us about ancient Egyptian beliefs surrounding death and their unwavering faith in the existence of an afterlife. It serves as a testament to their rich religious traditions and offers us insights into their nobleman's burial practices. Through this photograph, we are granted access to explore both the exterior grandeur and interior sanctity of User-Het's final resting place – allowing us to appreciate not just its historical significance but also its profound artistic value.
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