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Stelae depicting the deceased before Horus, from Luxor, New Kingdom (painted wood)
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Stelae depicting the deceased before Horus, from Luxor, New Kingdom (painted wood)
FIT282584 Stelae depicting the deceased before Horus, from Luxor, New Kingdom (painted wood) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); height: 22.2 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Egyptian, out of copyright
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© Fitzwilliam Museum / Bridgeman Images
Funerary Hieroglyphics Hieroglyphs Homage Offering Table Offerings Scarab Beetle Stela Stele
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of ancient Egyptian art - Stelae depicting the deceased before Horus, from Luxor, New Kingdom. Created during the Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c. 1567-1320 BC), this painted wood stela stands at a height of 22.2 cm and is currently housed in the prestigious Fitzwilliam Museum at the University of Cambridge, UK. The stela portrays a scene of great significance in ancient Egyptian funerary practices. The deceased individual is depicted standing before Horus, the falcon-headed god associated with kingship and protection. With its intricate wings spread wide, Horus symbolizes divine guidance and guardianship over the departed soul. Rich hieroglyphs adorn this artwork, conveying messages and prayers for eternal life and offering homage to the gods. An offering table can be seen at the bottom of the stela, laden with symbolic offerings such as food and drink meant to sustain and nourish the spirit in its afterlife journey. One striking element on this stela is a scarab beetle prominently placed above Horus' head - an emblematic representation of rebirth and regeneration in ancient Egypt. Through meticulous painting techniques combined with skillful use of hieroglyphics, this exquisite stela captures both artistic beauty and spiritual beliefs cherished by Egyptians thousands of years ago. It serves as a testament to their deep reverence for death rituals while providing valuable insights into their culture that continues to fascinate us today.
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