Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Home > Arts > Sculpture

Egypt. Goddess Nephthys. Relief. Memphis

Egypt. Goddess Nephthys. Relief. Memphis


Canvas Prints
Fine Art Prints
Mounted Prints
Metal Prints
Cards
Home Decor


We accept all major credit cards

Mary Evans Prints Online

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

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

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 14378700

© Thaliastock / Mary Evans

Deity Divinity Goddess Headdress Hieroglyph Hieroglyphic Memphis Mythological Mythology Nephthys Perspective Ritual Sculpted


FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> Africa > Egypt > Related Images

> Arts > Sculpture


EDITORS COMMENTS
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.

MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.



redeem
Beautiful Photo Prints and Gifts
image
Professionally Printed
inventory
Photo Prints are in stock
thumb_up
Professional quality finish
diamond
Made with high-grade materials
inventory_2
Carefully packed to aid safe arrival



Related Images


Ancient egyptian hieroglyph of mother goddess Mut
Ancient egyptian hieroglyph of mother goddess Mut
Religion / Egypt / An-Heru
Religion / Egypt / An-Heru
Religion / Egypt / Bes
Religion / Egypt / Bes
Religion / Egypt / Seth - 2
Religion / Egypt / Seth - 2
Religion / Egypt / Shu
Religion / Egypt / Shu
The Nag Hammadi Barrage (Dam) - Egypt
The Nag Hammadi Barrage (Dam) - Egypt
Aswan - Egypt. Elephantine Island
Aswan - Egypt. Elephantine Island
Illustration of Thermuthis bathing in River Nile as Jochebed holds baby Moses in basket made of bulrushes on riverbank
Illustration of Thermuthis bathing in River Nile as Jochebed holds baby Moses in basket made of bulrushes on riverbank
Egyptian Goddess Mut
Egyptian Goddess Mut
Temple of Hathor at Dendera (Tantyris) in Egypt
Temple of Hathor at Dendera (Tantyris) in Egypt
Thutmose III (c. 1490-1436 BC). Egypt
Thutmose III (c. 1490-1436 BC). Egypt
Pharaoh Horemheb and god Amun. Egypt
Pharaoh Horemheb and god Amun. Egypt

+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed