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Unique Egyptian Art Set of 4 Canopic Jars Made of Limestone
$350
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CA$703.3130% Off
A$553.10
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About the Item
These four exquisite canopic jars, meticulously crafted from limestone, stand as guardians of secrets and pathways to eternity. Their purpose transcends mere mortuary vessels; they are conduits between realms—the earthly and the divine.
Hapi, the Baboon-Headed Jar:
Hapi, son of Horus, presides over the lungs. His baboon visage, etched into the limestone, exudes wisdom and primal energy. Within this jar lies the breath of life—the essence that sustained the living and now accompanies the deceased on their cosmic voyage.
Imsety, the Human-Headed Jar:
Imsety cradles the liver, seat of emotions and vitality. His human form, serene and compassionate, mirrors our shared mortality. The hieroglyphs whisper tales of balance, for Imsety ensures equilibrium in the afterlife—a harmonious transition.
Duamutef, the Jackal-Headed Jar:
Duamutef guards the stomach, repository of sustenance and earthly desires. His jackal features evoke both scavenger and protector. The limestone surface bears witness to countless feasts, now transformed into spiritual nourishment.
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Qebehsenuef, the Falcon-Headed Jar:
Qebehsenuef cradles the intestines, channels of transformation and destiny. His falcon gaze pierces the veil, guiding souls toward rebirth. The inscriptions invoke Ra, the sun god, illuminating the path to immortality.
Inscriptions adorn these vessels, invoking blessings and safeguarding the organs. Each jar, a vessel of memory, carries the essence of a departed soul. As light dances upon their surfaces, we glimpse the eternal dance—the rhythm of life and death entwined.
In this dimly lit gallery, the canopic jars beckon us to honor the past, embrace the present, and ponder the mysteries that bind us across millennia.
- Dimensions:Height: 4 in (10.16 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
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- Seller Location:Austin, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9603239498922
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