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Acrylic Blox : Egypt. Goddess Nephthys. Relief. Memphis
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Egypt. Goddess Nephthys. Relief. Memphis
Egyptian Art. Goddess Nephthys wearing a headdress in the shape of a house. Relief. Mit Rahina Open Air Museum. Memphis. Egypt
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Media ID 14378700
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Deity Divinity Goddess Headdress Hieroglyph Hieroglyphic Memphis Mythological Mythology Nephthys Perspective Ritual Sculpted
6"x4" (15x10cm) Acrylic Blox
Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.
Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print
Estimated Product Size is 10.2cm x 15.2cm (4" x 6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning relief showcases the ancient Egyptian goddess Nephthys, depicted in her divine form at the Mit Rahina Open Air Museum in Memphis, Egypt. Nephthys, also known as Nebhet or Nebheteptyn, was one of the oldest and most mysterious goddesses in Egyptian mythology. She was often depicted as a beautiful woman wearing a headdress in the shape of a house, symbolizing her role as the protector of homes and families. The goddess Nephthys was the sister and wife of Set, the god of chaos and the desert, and was also considered the sister and consort of Osiris, the god of the afterlife and the underworld. In Egyptian mythology, Nephthys played a significant role in the story of Osiris' death and resurrection. She was instrumental in helping Isis, Osiris' wife, to gather the scattered body parts of her husband and preserve them, ensuring his eventual resurrection. This relief, with its intricate hieroglyphic inscriptions and detailed sculpture, provides a glimpse into the rich history and religious beliefs of ancient Egypt. The hieroglyphs, an ancient form of writing, offer insight into the mythological and ritual practices of the Egyptians, while the perspective and attention to detail in the sculpture demonstrate the skill and artistry of the ancient Egyptian artists. The age of this relief is estimated to be around 2500-2181 BC, making it a valuable and precious relic of Egypt's ancient past. The relief serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of Egyptian art and the fascinating mythology that continues to captivate and inspire us today.
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