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Portable chest, detail of Tutankhamun (c. 1370-1352 BC) making an offering to Osiris
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Portable chest, detail of Tutankhamun (c. 1370-1352 BC) making an offering to Osiris
XIR184083 Portable chest, detail of Tutankhamun (c.1370-1352 BC) making an offering to Osiris, from the Tomb of Tutankhamun, New Kingdom (ebony, ivory, wood & bronze) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Egyptian National Museum, Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: king wearing the blue crown with uraeus; god wearing the atef crown with ostrich plumes; cartouche on the knob mounted on the hieroglyphic sign for gold (nub) with uraei wearing the double crown and the crown of Lower Egypt; ); Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 22347082
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail of Tutankhamun, the renowned Egyptian pharaoh from the 14th century BC. In this scene, Tutankhamun is depicted making a solemn offering to Osiris, the god of the afterlife and resurrection. The portable chest, crafted with ebony, ivory, wood, and bronze by skilled artisans of the Egyptian 18th Dynasty, exudes an air of grandeur and mystique. Tutankhamun stands tall wearing the iconic blue crown adorned with a uraeus serpent symbolizing his divine authority. On the other hand, Osiris dons the atef crown embellished with ostrich plumes representing his role as ruler of both Upper and Lower Egypt. A cartouche on a knob mounted hieroglyphic sign for gold (nub) catches our attention while uraei serpents gracefully coil around it. The intricate hieroglyphics adorning this masterpiece add depth to its significance. Surrounding them are symbolic elements such as a cobra ready to strike and a pot filled with unguent used in ancient rituals. This ritual scene captures not only Tutankhamun's devotion but also highlights his status as both pharaoh and priest. Every aspect of this portrait reflects opulence and reverence for divinity. It serves as a treasure trove showcasing ancient Egyptian artistry at its finest – from meticulously carved vases to intricately detailed snakes that represent protection or rebirth. As we gaze upon
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