Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Home > Europe > Denmark > Copenhagen

Relief of a king and a ram-headed god. Egypt

Relief of a king and a ram-headed god. Egypt


Framed Photos
Photo Prints
Jigsaw Puzzles
Poster Prints
Canvas Prints
Fine Art Prints
Metal Prints
Cards
Home Decor


We accept all major credit cards

Mary Evans Prints Online

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

Relief of a king and a ram-headed god. Egypt

Relief of a king and a ram-headed god. Granite. Reign of Ptolemy II or III. 285-221 BC. From the Temple of Isis at Behbeit el-Hagar. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 14325718

© Thaliastock / Mary Evans

Atef Carlsberg Copenhagen Deity Denmark Divine Dynasty Earthly Egyptians Glyptotek Granite Isis Perspective Pharaoh Power Ptolemaic Ptolemy Ram Headed


FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> Africa > Egypt > Related Images

> Europe > Denmark > Copenhagen


EDITORS COMMENTS
This relief depicts a powerful Egyptian king in the company of a ram-headed god, believed to be the deity Khnum or Atum-Ra, represented with the Atef crown. The relief is dated back to the Ptolemaic Dynasty, specifically the reign of Ptolemy II or III, between 285 and 221 BC. This intricately carved granite piece was discovered in the Temple of Isis at Behbeit el-Hagar, Egypt. The king, likely a Pharaoh, is shown in profile, wearing the royal nemes headdress and a false beard, symbolizing his earthly power and divine authority. His muscular arms are crossed in front of his chest, a gesture of strength and protection. The ram-headed god, Khnum or Atum-Ra, is depicted with a detailed, textured ram's head and the Atef crown, symbolizing the unity of the god with the king. The relief offers a unique perspective into the ancient Egyptian belief system, where the divine and the earthly were intertwined. The kings were considered to be the physical embodiment of the gods, and their rule was seen as a manifestation of the divine will. This relief is now a precious artifact in the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek museum in Copenhagen, Denmark, where it continues to inspire and intrigue visitors from around the world.

MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.



redeem
Beautiful Photo Prints and Gifts
image
Professionally Printed
thumb_up
Professional quality finish
diamond
Made with high-grade materials
inventory_2
Carefully packed to aid safe arrival



Related Images


Macedonian Empire
Macedonian Empire
Spring tulips on North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Spring tulips on North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Roman Artefacts
Roman Artefacts
Bethune : the Clock Tower and convoy of lorries
Bethune : the Clock Tower and convoy of lorries
Celebes crested macaque (Macaca nigra) infant, captive
Celebes crested macaque (Macaca nigra) infant, captive
Pale madwort or yellow alyssum, Alyssum alyssoides
Pale madwort or yellow alyssum, Alyssum alyssoides
Xiangru (Jp: Shojo), from the series "Meng Qiu (Jp: Mogyu)", c. 1821
Xiangru (Jp: Shojo), from the series "Meng Qiu (Jp: Mogyu)", c. 1821

+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed