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Kaitep and his wife Hetepheres
Kaitep and his wife Hetepheres. Seated sculptures of polychromed limestone. 2300 BC. 5th - 6th Dynasties. Early Dynastic Period or Old Kingdom. Possibly from Giza. British Museum. London. United Kingdom
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24th Dynastic Dynasty Egyptians Giza Limestone Married Polychrome Polychromed Polychromy Sculptures Statues Tomb Tombstone 2300
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.2cm x 39.6cm (10.3" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
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.
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This image showcases the sculpted likenesses of Kaitep and his wife Hetepheres, two ancient Egyptians believed to have lived during the 5th or 6th Dynasty, around 2400 BC. The polychromed limestone sculptures, now housed in the British Museum in London, offer a glimpse into the lives of these early Egyptian royals or nobles of the Old Kingdom period. Seated side by side, Kaitep and Hetepheres are depicted with serene expressions, dressed in the traditional Egyptian headdresses and robes. Kaitep wears the red crown of Lower Egypt, while Hetepheres dons the white crown of Upper Egypt. Their arms are crossed in front of them, suggesting a posture of stability and strength. The intricately carved details of their garments and headdresses reveal the advanced craftsmanship of the ancient Egyptian artisans. The use of polychromy, or the application of colored pigments, adds depth and vibrancy to the sculptures, further enhancing their lifelike appearance. Married couples like Kaitep and Hetepheres were often depicted together in Egyptian art, symbolizing the importance of family and the continuity of the royal lineage. These sculptures may have originally been placed in their tombs as funerary offerings or as symbols of their earthly bond in the afterlife. The discovery and preservation of these ancient artifacts serves as a testament to the rich history and cultural achievements of ancient Egypt. Kaitep and Hetepheres' sculptures continue to captivate and inspire visitors to the British Museum, offering a tangible connection to the past and a reminder of the enduring legacy of Egyptian civilization.
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