Nany Before Osiris, Isis and Nephthys (Book of the Dead for the Singer of Amun, Nany) by Ancient Egypt

Nany Before Osiris, Isis and Nephthys (Book of the Dead for the Singer of Amun, Nany) 1050 BC

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aged paper

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toned paper

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tea stained

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coffee painting

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pen work

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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botanical art

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watercolor

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warm toned green

This is a section from the Book of the Dead, a collection of spells and religious texts from ancient Egypt designed to guide the deceased through the afterlife. Dating back to 1050 BC, this particular section depicts Nany, a singer of Amun, before the gods Osiris, Isis, and Nephthys. The scene illustrates the Egyptian belief in an afterlife and their complex religious practices. The hieroglyphs and illustrations serve as a visual representation of the text, providing a glimpse into the rich mythology and cultural beliefs of ancient Egypt.

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