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Ceremonies of the Cult of Isis
Ceremonies of the Cult of Isis.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages. 1798
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This handcolored copperplate engraving, titled "Ceremonies of the Cult of Isis," is an intriguing depiction of a religious procession from Robert von Spalart's Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages, published in 1798. The image captures a group of celebrants, dressed in elaborate robes and headdresses, engaged in a ritualistic dance and offering to the goddess Isis. At the center of the composition, a priestess holds an oinochoe, a large two-handled pitcher, from which she pours libations onto a sacred flame. Another priestess, adorned with a sistrum, a rattle used in ancient Egyptian religious ceremonies, plays music to accompany the procession. A third figure, carrying a scepter topped with the horns of Ammon, the god of the desert and the sky, leads the way. The celebrants carry various offerings to the goddess, including fruits, flowers, and other symbols of fertility and abundance. The use of horns in the procession may also be a reference to the horns of Isis, a symbol of her power and protection. The engraving provides a fascinating glimpse into the ancient Egyptian religious practices, which continued to be revered and celebrated in Europe well into the Middle Ages. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the handcoloring enhance the mystical and otherworldly atmosphere of the scene, making it a captivating work of historical art.
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