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Statue of the Goddess Sakhmet. Egypt
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Statue of the Goddess Sakhmet. Egypt
Statue of the Lion Goddess Sakhmet. Diorite. Reign of Amenophis III. C. 1400-1365 BC. Origin unknown. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark
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1365 1400 1400bc Amenophis Ankh Carlsberg Copenhagen Cult Danish Deity Denmark Diorite Disk Dynasty Glyptotek Goddess Lion Lioness Mythological Mythology Reign Scepter Sekhmet Solar Staff Myth Sakhmet
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The captivating image showcases the ancient Egyptian goddess Sakhmet, depicted in her fierce form as a lioness, crafted from diorite during the 18th Dynasty, around 1365 BC. The statue, believed to originate from an unknown location, is currently housed in the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum in Copenhagen, Denmark. Sakhmet, also known as Sekhmet, Sachmis, or Sakhyt, was the ancient Egyptian goddess of war, fertility, and healing. She was often depicted as a woman with the head of a lioness, symbolizing her fierce and protective nature. In this sculpture, her face is adorned with a menacing expression, her eyes inlaid with turquoise, and her body covered in the traditional Egyptian wig. The goddess holds various symbols of power and authority, including an ankh, a symbol of life, a solar disk, and a scepter with a lotus bud. The ankh in her left hand represents her role as a goddess of life and fertility, while the solar disk and scepter symbolize her connection to the sun and her power as a deity. The intricately carved details of the statue reveal the advanced level of craftsmanship and artistic skill of the ancient Egyptian artisans. The statue's interior reveals signs of red pigment, which may have been used to enhance the goddess's features and add depth to her eyes. Sakhmet was a complex deity, revered for her protective and nurturing qualities, as well as her fierce and destructive aspects. This statue serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and mythology of ancient Egypt, which continues to captivate and inspire us today.
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