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Ramesseum. Pharaoh Ramses II with priests. Relief. Egypt
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Ramesseum. Pharaoh Ramses II with priests. Relief. Egypt
Ramesseum. Relief depicting the pharaoh Ramses II with priests. 13th century B.C. Nineteenth Dynasty. New Kingdom. Medinet Habu. Necropolis of Thebes. Valley of the Kings. Egypt
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13th Archeological Archeology Dynasty Kings Mortuary Necropolis Perspective Pharaoh Pharaonic Priest Priests Rameses Ramesses Ramesseum Ramses Theban Upper
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This relief depicts Pharaoh Ramses II, one of Ancient Egypt's most celebrated rulers, in the company of priests during the 13th century BC, in the Nineteenth Dynasty's New Kingdom. The scene is intricately carved into the Ramesseum, a grand mortuary temple located in the Necropolis of Thebes, near the Valley of the Kings. Ramses II, known as "Ozymandias" in Greek, is shown in a regal pose, seated on his throne, with his arms outstretched, receiving offerings from a line of priests. The priests, dressed in elaborate garments and headdresses, present various symbols of divine power, including the Ankh, the symbol of life, and the Was scepter, symbolizing dominion. The relief's intricate details and dynamic perspective showcase the exceptional craftsmanship of the ancient Egyptian artisans. The scene is set against a backdrop of the Theban mountains, emphasizing the connection between the pharaoh and the gods, who were believed to reside in the mountains. This relief is an essential historical artifact, providing insights into the religious practices and the political power structure of the ancient Egyptian civilization during the New Kingdom. The Ramesseum, with its numerous reliefs and inscriptions, is a testament to the grandeur and the enduring legacy of the Pharaonic Empire.
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