Bennebensekhauf's pyramidion

Bennebensekhauf's pyramidion

RE000156
The pyramidion, originally placed on the top of the small pyramid over the tomb of the owner, was an important feature of the funerary cult practiced by ancient Egyptians.

The four faces of this example are engraved with prayers to permit the deceased to share the fate of the sun, that is to say eternal...
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Characteristics

Dimensions
7 x 7 x 6.5 cm
Material of the original work
Calcaire
Themes
Middle East, Literature
Art movement
Egyptian Antiquities
Maintenance
Ne pas exposer à une source de chaleur directe. Nettoyage : chiffon doux et sec
Artist
Anonymous
Material
Resin
Reference
RE000156
EAN
3336727444573
Package Dimensions
7.5cm x 7.5cm x 8cm
Conservation museum
Paris - Musée du Louvre

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