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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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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