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The Book of the Dead: Heruben Papyrus. 1075 -
The Book of the Dead: Heruben Papyrus. 1075 - 945 BC. Papyrus with the cow goddess Hathor, a woman and two snakes. Work from the 21st Dynasty. Egyptian art. Third Intermediate Period. Miniature Painting. EGYPT. Cairo. Egyptian Museum
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21st Cairo Dynasty Goddess Hathor Intermediate Papyrus
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history and mystique of ancient Egypt with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse. This captivating print showcases a rare and intriguing piece from the Third Intermediate Period - The Book of the Dead: Heruben Papyrus (1075-945 BC). Depicting the cow goddess Hathor, a woman, and two snakes, this masterpiece from the 21st Dynasty is a testament to the enduring allure of Egyptian art. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, each print is meticulously reproduced to bring the intricacies and beauty of this ancient art form into your home or office. Add a touch of history and culture to your space with our Fine Art Prints collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 29.5cm (21" x 11.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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The captivating image on this ancient Egyptian papyrus, dating back to the Third Intermediate Period between 1075 and 945 BC, showcases a scene from The Book of the Dead, a collection of magical texts meant to aid the deceased in their journey to the afterlife. This particular papyrus, known as the Heruben Papyrus, is a testament to the rich artistic and cultural heritage of ancient Egypt. The central figure in this intricately detailed miniature painting is the cow goddess Hathor, who is depicted with the horns of a cow adorning her head and a solar disk between them. Hathor was revered as the goddess of love, music, and fertility, and was believed to protect and guide the deceased in their journey through the afterlife. To the right of Hathor, a woman is shown making an offering to the goddess. The woman's hands are raised in a gesture of reverence, and she holds a lotus flower and a shen ring, symbols of rebirth and eternal life. Two snakes, symbolizing the goddess Wadjet and the protective power of the pharaoh, are coiled around her arms. This exquisite work of art, created during the 21st Dynasty, is now housed in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, where it continues to captivate and inspire visitors from around the world. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the painting provide a glimpse into the rich artistic and cultural traditions of ancient Egypt, and serve as a reminder of the enduring legacy of this remarkable civilization.
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