Nubian statue of the god Amun (Hammon) with ankh and scepter
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Nubian statue of the god Amun (Hammon) with ankh and scepter
Nubian statue of the god Amun (Hammon) with ankh and scepter.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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This handcolored lithograph depicts a revered Nubian statue of the god Amun, also known as Hammon, from the Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published by Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche between 1835 and 1840. The statue is shown seated on a chair, with his arms resting on his knees, holding both an ankh and a scepter. The ankh, an ancient Egyptian symbol of life, is held in his right hand, while the scepter, a symbol of power and authority, is held in his left. Amun was the king of the gods in ancient Egyptian and Nubian religion, and was often depicted with the ram's horns and the solar disk on his head. The Nubian people, who inhabited the region south of Egypt, adopted many Egyptian cultural practices, including the worship of Amun. This image provides a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Nubian people, showcasing their religious practices and artistic traditions. The intricate details of the statue, from the textures of the fabric on the chair to the delicate lines of the god's features, are beautifully rendered in the handcolored lithograph. This print is an important historical document, reflecting the ethnographic and anthropological interests of the 19th century. The Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures was a popular publication during this time, providing Europeans with a visual record of the diverse peoples and cultures of the world. Today, this image continues to captivate viewers with its stunning visual representation of a significant religious artifact from Nubian history.
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