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The official Isi at his offering Table. From the tomb of Isi
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The official Isi at his offering Table. From the tomb of Isi
The official Isi at his offering Table. From the tomb of Isi Probably at Sakkara. Limestone. 4th Dynastry, c. 2570-2450 BC. Old Kingdom. Reliefs. Detail. Hieroglyphs. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark
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Antique Carlsberg Civilizacion Copenhagen Denmark Dynasty Egyptians Glyptotek Hieroglyph Hieroglyphical Hieroglyphics Hieroglyphs Limestone Necropolis Official Reliefs Saccara Sakkara Saqqara Script Symbol Tomb Walls
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This detail from the tomb of Isi, an ancient Egyptian official of the 4th Dynasty (around 2570-2450 BC), showcases the official in an intimate moment at his offering table. The scene, discovered at the ancient necropolis of Sakkara, is now housed in the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum in Copenhagen, Denmark. Isi, dressed in the traditional Egyptian garb, is depicted with a serene expression as he makes offerings to the gods. The intricately carved limestone relief reveals the hieroglyphic inscriptions on the offering table and the walls behind, which are filled with symbols and scripts of the Old Kingdom period. The hieroglyphs, an essential aspect of ancient Egyptian culture, convey the importance of religious rituals and the belief in the afterlife. The offering table, laden with various food and drink offerings, symbolizes the sustenance and nourishment that the deceased would need in the afterlife. The meticulously carved detail of the relief showcases the advanced artistic skills of the ancient Egyptian artisans. The intricate patterns and designs on the table and the walls around it demonstrate the richness and complexity of the ancient Egyptian civilization. This detail from the tomb of Isi offers a glimpse into the religious beliefs and artistic achievements of the ancient Egyptians, providing a fascinating window into their history and culture.
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