Poster Print : Cat. Sculpture. Egypt
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Cat. Sculpture. Egypt
Sculpture of a cat. Late Period. 26th Dynasty. 650 BC. Bronze. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany
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Media ID 14332458
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26th Berlin Bronze Dynasty Egyptians Neues Statuette Saite Xxvi
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the ancient world into your home with our stunningly detailed Cat Sculpture Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite replica, inspired by the original bronze sculpture from the Late Period of Egypt's 26th Dynasty, dates back to 650 BC. Meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed image showcases the Neues Museum's magnificent feline sculpture in Berlin, Germany. Add a touch of history and culture to any room with this captivating and intricately designed poster print.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This bronze sculpture depicts a feline figure from ancient Egypt's Late Period, specifically from the 26th Dynasty around 650 BC. Discovered in the rich archaeological landscape of Egypt, this statuette is now a prized possession at the Neues Museum in Berlin, Germany. The cat, a revered animal in Egyptian culture, is believed to represent the goddess Bastet, the goddess of home, fertility, and protector of the pharaoh. The cat's regal posture, with its head turned in profile, exudes an air of grace and power. The intricately detailed sculpture showcases the advanced metalworking techniques of the ancient Egyptians during the Saite and 26th Dynasty. The blackened bronze surface, a result of oxidation over centuries, adds to the sculpture's aged and mysterious allure. The interior of the figure is hollow, indicating that it may have once held a removable core or been used as a container for offerings. This sculpture is a testament to the Egyptians' deep connection with their gods and their reverence for animals, which played an integral role in their daily lives and religious practices. The cat sculpture, with its historical significance and artistic merit, continues to captivate visitors at the Neues Museum, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of ancient Egypt.
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