Greetings Card : Egyptian Art. Karnak. The Pharaoh surrounded by two diviniti
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Egyptian Art. Karnak. The Pharaoh surrounded by two diviniti
Egyptian Art. The Karnak Temple Complex. Relief depicting the Pharaoh surrounded by two divinities. New Kingdom. Egypt
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Cartridge Civilization Deity Disc Divinity Frieze Headdress Hieratic Hieroglyph Hieroglyphic Hieroglyphical Hieroglyphics Hieroglyphs Karnak Khepresh Mythological Mythology Offerer Offerings Perspective Pharaoh Sculpted Shuty Solar Unesco
Greetings Card (A5)
Step into the mystical world of ancient Egypt with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the captivating artwork "Egyptian Art. Karnak. The Pharaoh surrounded by two divinities," this card showcases a stunning relief from the Karnak Temple Complex, depicting a powerful Pharaoh flanked by two revered divinities. Transport your loved ones to the New Kingdom of Egypt with this elegant and thoughtful greeting, perfect for any occasion. Rights Managed by Mary Evans Prints Online.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "The Pharaoh's Divine Audience: A New Kingdom Relief from the Karnak Temple Complex" This relief, hailing from the ancient Egyptian civilization's New Kingdom era, showcases the majesty and religious significance of the Pharaoh. Discovered at the renowned Karnak Temple Complex in Egypt, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, this masterpiece of Egyptian art dates back to an age steeped in mythology and rich cultural history. The Pharaoh, adorned with the distinctive blue crown and the royal khepresh headdress, sits regally amidst two divine entities. The first deity, depicted on the Pharaoh's left, is Shuty, the goddess of the southern desert and protector of the southern boundary of Egypt. The second deity, on the Pharaoh's right, is Khepri, the god of the rising sun. The relief, carved with intricate hieroglyphics and hieratic script, displays the Pharaoh as an offerer, presenting offerings to the gods. The solar disc, a symbol of the pharaoh's divine power, is seen above the Pharaoh's head. This artwork not only illustrates the pharaoh's role as a mediator between the divine and human worlds but also highlights the importance of the solar mythology in ancient Egyptian culture. The perspective and composition of this frieze, with the deities towering over the Pharaoh, emphasize their godly status and the Pharaoh's subordination to their divine will. This relief, with its intricate details and mythological significance, is a testament to the artistic and religious heritage of the ancient Egyptian civilization.
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