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Decorated Situla, 305-30 BC (bronze)
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Decorated Situla, 305-30 BC (bronze)
491170 Decorated Situla, 305-30 BC (bronze) by Egyptian Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BC); Diameter - w:15.50 Diameter of mouth - w:10.20 Overall - h:28.30 with handle - h:45.20 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: The situla was a deluxe ritual vessel that played an important role in Egyptian religious ceremonies. The two scenes on this situla exemplify the dual roles of a pious Egyptian in the afterlife: receiving offerings from his family on the one hand and making offerings to the gods on the other. On one side of the vessel the deceased, Padiamennebnesuttawy (" He who Amen, lord of Karnak, gives" ), sits in a low chair accompanied by his pet dog. The vertical, cross-shaped sign preceding the animal is his name, Nefer, meaning " good one" or " beautiful one." On the right, the deceaseds eldest son, Amenhotep, makes offerings of incense and water to his father. On the other side the deceased demonstrates his piety by making an offering of round loaves of bread, vegetables, and meat to the gods. Opposite him are the gods who are the recipients of his offerings--Osiris, god of the dead; Horus, son of Isis; and Isis herself--each of whom wears elaborate beaded and feathered garments.
); The Charles W. Harkness Endowment Fund; Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 23385982
© The Charles W. Harkness Endowment Fund / Bridgeman Images
Artefact Artifact C01st C02nd C03rd C04th Handle Ptolemaic Dynasty Situla
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This print showcases a Decorated Situla, a magnificent bronze ritual vessel from the Egyptian Ptolemaic Period. Dating back to 305-30 BC, this artifact is currently housed in the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. The situla played a crucial role in religious ceremonies and was considered a deluxe item. This particular situla features two distinct scenes that depict the dual roles of an Egyptian in the afterlife. On one side, we see Padiamennebnesuttawy, the deceased individual for whom this vessel was created. He sits on a low chair accompanied by his loyal pet dog. The vertical cross-shaped sign preceding the animal represents his name "Nefer" which means "good one" or "beautiful one". Standing beside him is his eldest son Amenhotep, offering incense and water as tribute. On the other side of the situla, Padiamennebnesuttawy demonstrates his piety by making offerings of round loaves of bread, vegetables, and meat to three prominent gods: Osiris (god of the dead), Horus (son of Isis), and Isis herself. Each deity is adorned with elaborate beaded and feathered garments. This print captures not only intricate details but also provides insight into ancient Egyptian beliefs surrounding death and rituals associated with honoring both family members and deities. It serves as a reminder of Egypt's rich cultural heritage preserved through remarkable artifacts like this Decorated Situla.
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