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Psammetichus Collection

Psammetichus, also known as Psamtik I, was a prominent figure in ancient Egypt during the Late Period

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: The sarcophagus of Psamtik I (664-610 BC) Late Period (painted wood)

The sarcophagus of Psamtik I (664-610 BC) Late Period (painted wood)
PWI95063 The sarcophagus of Psamtik I (664-610 BC) Late Period (painted wood) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Grenoble, France; © Peter Willi

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: Sarcophagus and mummified body of Psametik I (664-610 BC) Late Period

Sarcophagus and mummified body of Psametik I (664-610 BC) Late Period
PWI95060 Sarcophagus and mummified body of Psametik I (664-610 BC) Late Period by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Grenoble, France; ePeter Willi; Egyptian, out of copyright

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: Zodiak from the tomb of Psammis in Thebes, New Kingdom, illustration from

Zodiak from the tomb of Psammis in Thebes, New Kingdom, illustration from
NYL452989 Zodiak from the tomb of Psammis in Thebes, New Kingdom, illustration from Six new illustrative plates of the researches and operations in Egypt and Nubia, by Giovanni Battista Belzoni

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: Cambyses and Psammetichus (engraving)

Cambyses and Psammetichus (engraving)
653847 Cambyses and Psammetichus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cambyses and Psammetichus)

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: Psammetichus and the bronze helmet (engraving)

Psammetichus and the bronze helmet (engraving)
653846 Psammetichus and the bronze helmet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Psammetichus and the bronze helmet)

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: Outer lid of the sarcophagus of Psametik I (664-610 BC) Late Period (painted wood)

Outer lid of the sarcophagus of Psametik I (664-610 BC) Late Period (painted wood)
PWI95061 Outer lid of the sarcophagus of Psametik I (664-610 BC) Late Period (painted wood) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Grenoble, France; ePeter Willi; Egyptian

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: The sarcophagus of Psamtik I (664-610 BC) detail of hieroglyphics

The sarcophagus of Psamtik I (664-610 BC) detail of hieroglyphics
PWI95064 The sarcophagus of Psamtik I (664-610 BC) detail of hieroglyphics, Late Period (painted wood) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Grenoble

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: Cambyes and Psammetichs, 1890. Creator: Unknown

Cambyes and Psammetichs, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Cambyes and Psammetichs, 1890. Cambyes II (c600BC- 559BC) king of Anshan in the Achaemenid dynasty defeats Psammeticus III, last Pharaoh of the 26th Dynasty of Egypt

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: Psammetichus and the Bronze Helmet, 1890. Creator: Unknown

Psammetichus and the Bronze Helmet, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Psammetichus and the Bronze Helmet, 1890. Psammetichus I (664-610) king of the 26th Dynasty of Egypt used his helmet for libation in the Temple of Hephaestus

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: Psamtik I of Egypt entering the city Azotus or Ashdod, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations

Psamtik I of Egypt entering the city Azotus or Ashdod, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations
3588292 Psamtik I of Egypt entering the city Azotus or Ashdod, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by Dudley, Robert (fl.1865-91) (after); (add.info.: Psamtik I of Egypt (r)

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: Wahibre Psamtik I, also known as Psammeticus or Psammetichus, 664-610 BC

Wahibre Psamtik I, also known as Psammeticus or Psammetichus, 664-610 BC, King of the 26th Dynasty of Egypt. On the last day of a feast in Hephaestus temple the high priest brought out the golden

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: The meeting between Psamtik III and Cambyses. Psamtik III also known as Psammetichus

The meeting between Psamtik III and Cambyses. Psamtik III also known as Psammetichus, last Pharaoh of the Twenty-sixth Dynasty of Egypt. King Cambyses II of Persia

Background imagePsammetichus Collection: Faience scarabs. 7th-6th centuries BC. From Isis Tomb, Italy

Faience scarabs. 7th-6th centuries BC. From Isis Tomb, Italy
Faience scarabs. a) Egyptian, probably with the name of Psammetichus I (664-610 BC), b) Type imitated in the Aegean area, c) Maybe made A?a?A?a?in Phoenicia, d) Possibly made A?a?A?a


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Psammetichus, also known as Psamtik I, was a prominent figure in ancient Egypt during the Late Period. His legacy is preserved through various artifacts and illustrations that provide glimpses into his life and reign. One of the most notable relics associated with Psammetichus is his sarcophagus, crafted from painted wood. This intricately designed coffin housed his mummified body, symbolizing the belief in the afterlife held by ancient Egyptians. In addition to his burial chamber, a zodiac was discovered in the tomb of Psammis in Thebes. This celestial map offers insights into the astrological beliefs prevalent during that time. Psammetichus' interactions with other rulers are depicted in engravings such as "Cambyses and Psammetichus. " These artworks showcase diplomatic exchanges between leaders of different regions. Another engraving titled "Psammetichus and the bronze helmet" narrates an intriguing incident involving him at Hephaestus temple. It tells how he poured libations into his bronze helmet after being mistakenly excluded from receiving a golden phial during a feast attended by twelve kings. This act led to his exile to the Nile delta marshes due to an oracle's prophecy. The outer lid of Psammetichus' sarcophagus features intricate hieroglyphics that offer further insight into Egyptian religious beliefs and rituals surrounding death and rebirth. Artistic representations like "Cambyes and Psammetichs" depict historical events related to this ruler but were created much later, providing valuable visual records for historians studying this period. Faience scarabs dating back to 7th-6th centuries BC have been found within Isis Tomb in Italy. These small amulets served as symbols of protection or good luck charms during that era.