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Antique Framed Print : 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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Deity Divinity Goddess Headdress Hieroglyph Hieroglyphic Memphis Mythological Mythology Nephthys Perspective Ritual Sculpted
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.8cm x 37.1cm (9.4" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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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