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King Ptolemy II offering eye-paint to the God Horakhte. Egyp
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King Ptolemy II offering eye-paint to the God Horakhte. Egyp
King Ptolemy II offering eye-paint to the God Horakhte. Granite. From the Temple of Isis at Behbeit el-Hagar. Reign of Ptolemy II. 285-246 BC. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark
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Carlsberg Copenhagen Deity Denmark Disk Egyptians Eyes Falcon Falcon Headed Glyptotek Granite Hieroglyphic Hieroglyphical Hieroglyphics Horus Isis Mythological Mythology Offerer Offering Offerings Paint Ptolemy
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In this ancient Egyptian masterpiece, King Ptolemy II, ruler of the Ptolemaic Dynasty in Egypt from 285 to 246 BC, is depicted in a humble and reverent posture before the falcon-headed God Horakhte. The king offers a container filled with eye-paint, symbolizing his devotion and commitment to maintain the divine order and protect the eyes of the deity, Horakhte, who was often identified with the falcon god Horus and the sun god Ra. The intricately carved granite relief comes from the Temple of Isis at Behbeit el-Hagar, located in Upper Egypt, and is now housed at the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek in Copenhagen, Denmark. The king's profile, with a youthful and serene expression, is adorned with the royal nemes headdress and a false beard, signifying his royal status. The hieroglyphics inscribed on the relief provide important information about the king and the offering scene. The falcon-headed God Horakhte, with his wings spread wide, is shown in a powerful and majestic pose, emphasizing his role as a protector and a god of the sky. The offering scene is a testament to the deep religious beliefs and cultural practices of the ancient Egyptians, who believed that the king was the earthly representative of the gods and had the power to maintain the balance between the divine and the human world. The intricate details and the symbolism in this relief continue to captivate and inspire scholars and art lovers alike, offering a glimpse into the rich and complex history of ancient Egypt.
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