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Relief depicting a scene from the Kings Heb Sed. Palace of
Relief depicting a scene from the Kings Heb Sed. Monumental gateway from the Palace of Apries, Memphis, Egypt. Limestone. Late Period, Saite. 26th Dynasty. C. 589-570 BC. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum. Copenhagen. Denmark
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This limestone relief, hailing from the Palace of Apries in Memphis, Egypt, showcases a scene from the ancient Egyptian King's Heb Sed festival. Dating back to the Late Period, specifically the 26th Dynasty around 589-570 BC, this monumental gateway is now proudly displayed at the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum in Copenhagen, Denmark. The Heb Sed festival was a significant celebration marking the pharaoh's jubilee, symbolizing his renewed strength and divine legitimacy. In this relief, we witness an array of figures and animals gathered to honor the king. The central figure, likely Pharaoh Apries himself, is depicted wearing the White Crown of Upper Egypt, adorned with the crux ansata, or ankh, symbolizing life. The relief is richly decorated with hieroglyphic and hieratic inscriptions, including the name of Deshret, the goddess of Upper Egypt. The scene is filled with lively animals, including birds and a tail-less hippopotamus, adding to the festive atmosphere. The figures are intricately carved, showcasing a mastery of perspective and attention to detail. Flowers and floral motifs add to the vibrant decoration, while the fragmented nature of the relief suggests that it was once part of a larger gateway or temple complex. This relief is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of ancient Egypt and the enduring allure of its history.
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