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Painted Plume with Sun Disk Containing Winged Kheper Beetle, 24th-30th Dynasty (724-343 BCE). Creator: Unknown
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Painted Plume with Sun Disk Containing Winged Kheper Beetle, 24th-30th Dynasty (724-343 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Painted Plume with Sun Disk Containing Winged Kheper Beetle, 24th-30th Dynasty (724-343 BCE)
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24th Dynasty 30th Dynasty 4th Century Bc 8th Century Bc Ancient Egypt Beetle Disc Disk Insect Insects Late Period Painted Plume Plumed Scarab Scarab Beetle Sun Disc Sun Disk White Background Wing Winged Ancient Egyptian Mizraim
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This stunning ancient Egyptian artwork, known as the Painted Plume with Sun Disk Containing Winged Kheper Beetle, dates back to the 24th-30th Dynasty (724-343 BCE). The creator of this masterpiece remains unknown, adding to its mystique and allure. The intricately detailed sculpture is believed to have been carved from wood and painted, with the plume and wings adorned in vibrant colors. The central figure of the piece is the Winged Kheper Beetle, a symbol of transformation and rebirth in ancient Egyptian culture. The beetle is depicted with its wings spread wide, embracing the sun disk atop its head. The sun disk represents the god Ra, the sun god, and the union of the beetle and the sun disk symbolizes the transformation of the beetle into the god Khepri, who was believed to roll the sun across the sky each day. The plume, which is attached to the beetle's back, is a common feature in Egyptian art and symbolizes the god Mizraim, the god of the Nile. The plume is often depicted as a feathery tuft, and in this piece, it is rendered in exquisite detail, with each feather carefully painted and textured. This artwork is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of ancient Egypt and offers a glimpse into the beliefs and mythology of this fascinating civilization. The close-up view of the sculpture reveals the intricate details and textures of the wood, as well as the delicate brushstrokes of the paint. The piece is currently housed in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world.
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