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Decorated Jar with Boat Scenes, Middle Predynastic Period, Naqada IIc-d Periods, c

Decorated Jar with Boat Scenes, Middle Predynastic Period, Naqada IIc-d Periods, c


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Decorated Jar with Boat Scenes, Middle Predynastic Period, Naqada IIc-d Periods, c

490739 Decorated Jar with Boat Scenes, Middle Predynastic Period, Naqada IIc-d Periods, c.3300-3100 BC (marl clay pottery) by Egyptian, Predynastic Period (c.5000-c.3100 BC); 32x28.2x28.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: The decoration painted on this jar shows two multi-oared boats traveling through fertile riverbanks lined with trees and aloe bushes. Rows of triangles indicate the desert hills in the background. The concept of boat travel permeated all aspects of Egyptian life and religion. The sun god Ra was believed to travel by boat across the heavens by day and through the underworld by night. Funerary texts describe the trip to the afterlife as a journey by boat, and scenes of boats figured prominently in tomb decoration.); Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust; Egyptian, out of copyright

Media ID 23385856

© Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust / Bridgeman Images

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This print showcases a Decorated Jar with Boat Scenes from the Middle Predynastic Period in ancient Egypt. Crafted from marl clay pottery, this exquisite piece measures 32x28.2x28.2 cm and is currently housed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. The jar's decoration depicts two multi-oared boats gracefully navigating through lush riverbanks adorned with trees and aloe bushes. In the background, rows of triangles symbolize the desert hills. This intricate artwork reflects how boat travel permeated every aspect of Egyptian life and religion. According to ancient beliefs, the sun god Ra would journey across the heavens by boat during daylight hours and traverse through the underworld at nightfall. Even in death, Egyptians envisioned their afterlife as a voyage by boat, which is evident in funerary texts and tomb decorations featuring these vessels prominently. The ornate patterns on this jar highlight its significance as both a decorative object and an artifact representing ancient Egyptian culture. Its intricate design captures not only the skillful craftsmanship but also provides insights into their transportation methods during that period. Gifted to The Cleveland Museum of Art by John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust, this remarkable piece serves as a testament to Egypt's rich history and artistic legacy. Through this photo print, viewers can appreciate the beauty of ancient ceramics while delving into fascinating aspects of Egyptian civilization.

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