Osiris inscribed for Harkhebit, son of Padikhonsu and Isetempermes 600-300 BC Late Period-Ptolemaic Period During the first millennium B.C. Osiriss cult became dominant and was observed in seemingly every temple in the land. This large Osiris was dedicated somewhere at Memphis. After a period, which might even be hundreds of years, it was removed with other figures - including 10.175.131, .132 and .134 - for respectful burial within the temple precincts.The statue's facial features - upturned eyes and a small curved mouth - recall early to mid-Saite Period style. Various factors need consideration, but it may be that this statue, like the statue of Nefertum 10.175.131 that has similar features, dates to a period long before it was cached away, probably sometime in the fourth or third century. The name of the dedicator's mother means Isis-is-in-the-birth-house and she gave her son, the dedicator, a name meaning Horus-is-in-the-marshes, referring to Isis giving birth to Horus and concea

Osiris inscribed for Harkhebit, son of Padikhonsu and Isetempermes 600-300 BC Late Period-Ptolemaic Period During the first millennium B.C. Osiriss cult became dominant and was observed in seemingly every temple in the land. This large Osiris was dedicated somewhere at Memphis. After a period, which might even be hundreds of years, it was removed with other figures - including 10.175.131, .132 and .134 - for respectful burial within the temple precincts.The statue's facial features - upturned eyes and a small curved mouth - recall early to mid-Saite Period style. Various factors need consideration, but it may be that this statue, like the statue of Nefertum 10.175.131 that has similar features, dates to a period long before it was cached away, probably sometime in the fourth or third century. The name of the dedicator's mother means Isis-is-in-the-birth-house and she gave her son, the dedicator, a name meaning Horus-is-in-the-marshes, referring to Isis giving birth to Horus and concea
SuperStock offers millions of photos, videos, and stock assets to creatives around the world. This image of Ancient Egyptian Osiris Statue - Explore Timeless Art and Culture by Piemags/PL Photography Limited is available for licensing today.
Royalty Free License
Royalty-Free Standard Commercial licenses are granted for worldwide, non-exclusive and perpetual use, unless specifically noted otherwise. All Royalty-Free transactions are final. The Royalty-Free Standard Commercial license has no limitations and covers up to 15 users.
  • $50.00 Low375 X 500
  • $150.00 Med562 X 750
  • $250.00 High3000 X 4000
  • Download your images from the download tab on this page after purchase.
  • Up to 5 downloads
  • Can be used for a year after purchase.
$1,225.00
RF High / Super Res 5 Pack
Save $25.00
$245.00
per download
Order a Framed Print
Looking for a license?
Click here, and we'll help you find it! Questions? Just ask!
DETAILS
Image Number: 6145-29158023Royalty FreeCredit Line:Piemags/PL Photography Limited/SuperStockCollection:PL Photography LimitedContributor:PiemagsModel Release:NoProperty Release:NoResolution:3000×4000
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|