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Coffin of Nakhtkhnum, c. 1802-1640 BC (wood, paint)
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Coffin of Nakhtkhnum, c. 1802-1640 BC (wood, paint)
3525801 Coffin of Nakhtkhnum, c.1802-1640 BC (wood, paint) by Egyptian, Middle Kingdom (2040-1640 BC); 207.5 long cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: From Egypt, Middle Egypt, Khashaba excavations, 1910-15; Probably from Meir
Middle Kingdom, 13th dynasty
A painted door allowed the soul of the deceased to move freely in and out of the tomb. Above it two eyes look nto the land of the living, the face of the mummy directly behind. Painted inscription are invocations to deities, particularly those associated with death and rebirth, such as Osiris, foremost god of the dead, and Anubis, god of embalming.
); Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 22729234
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Afterlife Anubis Belief Coffin Funerary Gods Hieroglyphics Hieroglyphs Living Middle Kingdom Nile Osiris Painted Upper Egypt
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This print showcases the Coffin of Nakhtkhnum, a remarkable artifact from ancient Egypt dating back to approximately 1802-1640 BC. Crafted with wood and adorned with intricate paintwork, this coffin measures an impressive 207.5 centimeters in length and is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The coffin's painted door holds great significance as it symbolizes the soul's ability to freely traverse between the realms of life and death. Positioned above this portal are two eyes that gaze into the land of the living, while behind them lies the face of the mummy itself. The surface is adorned with carefully crafted hieroglyphic inscriptions, serving as invocations to various deities associated with death and rebirth such as Osiris, known as the foremost god of the dead, and Anubis, revered as the god of embalming. Every detail on this ornate piece speaks volumes about ancient Egyptian beliefs surrounding funerary practices and their strong faith in an afterlife. The decorative elements reflect a rich tapestry of gods, goddesses, figures from mythology, symbols representing life along Nile River - all intricately intertwined within hieroglyphics. As we admire this stunning artwork captured by Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, we are transported back in time to witness not only a beautifully decorated coffin but also gain insight into one civilization's profound beliefs about life beyond death.
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