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Mastaba of Ptahhotep and Akhethotep. 5th Dynasty. Old Kingdom. Egyptian viziers. Father and son. Relief where the deceased is depicted standing with cane. Saqqara. Egypt
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24th 25th Akhethotep Archaeological Cane Civilization Deceased Dynasty Hieratic Hieroglyph Hieroglyphic Mastaba Minister Necropolis Perspective Ptah Hotep Ptahhotep Ptahhotpe Sakkara Saqqara Saqqarah Sculpted Stick Tomb
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This exquisite relief from the ancient Egyptian necropolis of Saqqara, located in Sakkara, Egypt, depicts the deceased individuals Ptahhotep and Akhethotep during the 5th Dynasty of the Old Kingdom, around 2400 BC. The father and son duo are shown standing side by side, with Ptahhotep, the elder of the two, holding a cane for support. Both men are dressed in the traditional hieratic garb of the Egyptian elite, with intricately carved hieroglyphs adorning their clothing and headdresses. Ptahhotep, depicted on the left, was a renowned vizier and sage during the reign of Pharaoh Djedkare Isesi. He is known for his wisdom and is often regarded as the first recorded author in the history of literature. Akhethotep, the younger man, is believed to have succeeded his father as vizier and continued his legacy. The relief is carved into the interior wall of their shared mastaba tomb, which is a type of ancient Egyptian funerary structure characterized by its flat-roofed, rectangular shape. The relief's perspective and detail offer a unique glimpse into the lives of these important figures in ancient Egyptian civilization, providing a fascinating insight into the political and social structures of the Old Kingdom empire. The relief's intricate hieroglyphs and hieratic script, which are still legible today, further illustrate the advanced level of artistic and literary achievement during this period. The relief's preservation is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Egyptian civilization and its rich artistic and cultural heritage.
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