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Bas-relief showing the gods Isis and Osiris, Ptolemaic period, Ancient Egypt, 323-30 BC
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Bas-relief showing the gods Isis and Osiris, Ptolemaic period, Ancient Egypt, 323-30 BC
Bas-relief showing the gods Isis and Osiris, Ptolemaic period, Ancient Egypt, 323-30 BC. Isis and Osiris were the parents of the falcon-headed god Horus
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Alabaster Bas Relief Isis Osiris Ptolemaic Period Ancient Egyptian Ann Ronan Pictures
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This print showcases a remarkable bas-relief from the Ptolemaic period in Ancient Egypt, dating back to 323-30 BC. The intricate carving depicts two prominent gods of Egyptian mythology, Isis and Osiris. Crafted with great skill and precision, this bas-relief is a testament to the artistic prowess of ancient Egyptians. Isis, the goddess of fertility and motherhood, stands gracefully on the left side of the relief. She exudes an aura of divine power and protection as she holds her sacred symbol, the ankh - a key-like cross representing eternal life. On her right stands Osiris, god of resurrection and rebirth. His regal presence emanates strength and wisdom as he holds his symbolic crook and flail. The significance of this artwork lies not only in its aesthetic beauty but also in its religious symbolism. Isis and Osiris were revered as divine beings who played crucial roles in Egyptian mythology. They were believed to be parents to Horus, depicted here as a falcon-headed god. Carved meticulously out of alabaster, this bas-relief exemplifies the mastery that ancient Egyptians possessed over stone sculpture techniques. Its vibrant colors bring life to these deities' representations while reflecting their importance within Egyptian culture. This artifact serves as a window into Ancient Egypt's rich history and religious beliefs—a testament to human creativity that has endured for centuries.
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