Poster Print : Relief depicting Khonsu (Khonsar) god of the moon
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Relief depicting Khonsu (Khonsar) god of the moon
Relief depicting Khonsu (Khonsar) god of the moon. First Courtyard, built by Ramses II. Dynasty XIX. New Kingdom. Temple of Luxor. Egypt
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Media ID 14316651
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Civilization Deity Dynasty Hieratic Hieroglyphic Hieroglyphics Luxor Moon Mythology Ninettenth Perspective Sculpted Thebes Waset Xixth
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the ancient beauty of Egyptian mythology with our stunning Media Storehouse poster prints. This captivating image showcases a relief depicting Khonsu (also known as Khonsar), the revered god of the moon from the New Kingdom of Egypt. Originally discovered in the First Courtyard of the Temple of Luxor, built by Ramses II, this exquisite piece of history is now available as a high-quality poster print. Bring the mysteries of ancient Egypt into your home or office and add a touch of timeless sophistication to your space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.5cm x 59.4cm (15.6" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning relief depicts the Egyptian god Khonsu (also known as Khonsar), the deity of the moon, in the First Courtyard of the Temple of Luxor, built by Ramses II during the New Kingdom's Nineteenth Dynasty of ancient Egypt. The temple complex, located in Thebes on the east bank of the Nile River, was dedicated to the god Amun Ra and his consort Mut, with Hatshepsut and Thutmose III also revered as ancient pharaohs of the site. Khonsu is shown in this relief from a hieratic perspective, with his head adorned with the horned moon disk and the solar disk on his brow. His arms are outstretched, holding the ankh, symbolizing life, and the scepter, representing power and dominion. The god's body is adorned with the traditional Egyptian sheath dress, and his legs are crossed in a seated position. The hieroglyphics and hieratic script inscriptions surrounding the relief provide further context, detailing the god's name, titles, and offerings. The intricate carvings and attention to detail showcase the exceptional craftsmanship and artistic prowess of the ancient Egyptian civilization. The Temple of Luxor, with its impressive columns, courtyards, and sanctuaries, stands as a testament to the rich history and mythology of ancient Egypt. The site continues to captivate visitors from around the world, offering a glimpse into the beliefs, values, and artistic achievements of one of the most influential civilizations in human history.
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