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Canopic jars. Egypt
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Canopic jars. Egypt
Egypt. Canopic jars. Archaeological Museum. Istanbul. Turkey
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Alterlife Archaeological Baboon Body Canopic Container Dead Deity Egyptians Falcon Funerary Grave Internal Istanbul Jackal Jars Mummification Mummified Organ Preserve Vase Duamutef Hapy Viscera
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This print showcases a collection of Canopic jars from ancient Egypt, on display at the Archaeological Museum in Istanbul, Turkey. These intricately designed vessels were used by the Egyptians during the mummification process to preserve and store the internal organs of the deceased.
Each jar is dedicated to a specific deity and organ: Imsety (human head) for the liver, Qebehsenuef (falcon head) for the intestines, Hapy (baboon head) for the lungs, and Duamutef (jackal head) for the stomach. These jars played a crucial role in ensuring that the deceased's body was prepared for its journey into the afterlife.
The detailed craftsmanship of these Canopic jars reflects not only ancient Egyptian artistry but also their religious beliefs surrounding death and burial practices. The presence of these jars in tombs symbolized protection and reverence for those who had passed on.
As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time to an era where rituals around death were deeply intertwined with spirituality and mythology. The Canopic jars stand as silent guardians of ancient traditions, offering us a glimpse into a civilization that held profound reverence for life beyond death.
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