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Relief showing Queen Hatshepsut receiving benediction, Temple of Amun, Karnak, Egypt, c1500 BC
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Relief showing Queen Hatshepsut receiving benediction, Temple of Amun, Karnak, Egypt, c1500 BC
Relief showing Queen Hatshepsut receiving benediction, Temple of Amun, Karnak, Egypt, c1500 BC. Queen Hatshepsut (centre) recieves benediction from Amun-Ra (left) & Sekhmet (right). Hatshepsut reigned between 1503 BC and 1483 BC
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Amon Ra Amun Amun Re As Said Benediction Blessing Good Fortune Hatasoo Hatshepsut Karnak Luxor Makare Hatshepsut Makere Receiving Relief Sekhmet Thebes Worship Worshipping
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This print showcases a remarkable relief from the Temple of Amun in Karnak, Egypt, dating back to around 1500 BC. The artwork depicts the powerful Queen Hatshepsut at its center, graciously receiving a benediction from two significant deities - Amun-Ra on her left and Sekhmet on her right. As one of the few female pharaohs in ancient Egypt, Hatshepsut's reign between 1503 BC and 1483 BC was marked by prosperity and innovation. The stone carving beautifully captures the religious devotion and worship that characterized Egyptian society during this period. The vibrant colors used in this relief add depth and life to the scene, highlighting both the royal stature of Hatshepsut and the divine presence surrounding her. Located in Luxor's Karnak complex, this masterpiece is a testament to Egypt's rich artistic heritage. It exemplifies how art served as a medium for expressing concepts such as good fortune, blessings, and reverence towards gods like Amun-Ra and Sekhmet. Through this image, we catch a glimpse into an ancient civilization where religion played an integral role in shaping daily life. It serves as a reminder of Queen Hatshepsut's influential reign as well as the enduring legacy she left behind through her patronage of arts and architecture.
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