Mouse Mat : Egyptian Art. Karnak. A pharaoh making an offering of flower
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Egyptian Art. Karnak. A pharaoh making an offering of flower
Egyptian Art. The Karnak Temple Complex.A pharaoh making an offering of flowers of papyrus to the gods. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Egypt
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Media ID 14333343
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Civilization Deity Divinity Dynasty Frieze Headdress Hieratic Karnak Mythological Mythology Nemes Offerer Offerings Papyrus Perspective Pharaoh Sculpted Unesco Uraeus
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A high quality photographic print manufactured into a durable wipe clean mouse mat (27x22cm) with a non slip backing, which works with all mice.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 16.9cm (10" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 26.9cm x 21.8cm (10.6" x 8.6")
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
This photograph print showcases a remarkable frieze from the Karnak Temple Complex in Egypt, dating back to the 19th Dynasty of the New Kingdom era. The intricately sculpted relief depicts a Pharaoh making an offering to the gods, a common practice during the ancient Egyptian civilization. The Pharaoh, adorned with the distinctive nemes headdress and uraeus serpent, extends his arms to present a bouquet of papyrus flowers to the deities. The Karnak Temple Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most significant historical landmarks in Egypt and a testament to the grandeur and mythological beliefs of the ancient Egyptian empire. This particular relief is a prime example of the hieratic art style, which emphasized formalized and stylized representations of the human form and mythological elements. The offering scene is believed to have taken place during the Pharaoh's jubilee celebration, a ritual meant to renew the king's power and ensure the continuity of the empire. The papyrus flowers, an essential element of the Egyptian culture, symbolized the annual flooding of the Nile River and the rebirth of the land. This photograph print offers a unique perspective into the rich history and mythology of ancient Egypt, allowing us to appreciate the artistry, religious beliefs, and cultural significance of this remarkable civilization.
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