Vijf Apis-ushabti's en vier ushabti's, gevonden bij het Serapeum te Memphis 1852 - 1857

This photograph by Charles Marville, taken between 1852 and 1857, showcases a collection of nine ushabti figurines found at the Serapeum in Memphis. The image displays a diverse range of ushabtis, including five Apis-ushabtis, which are depicted in the form of the sacred bull Apis, and four ushabtis representing humans. These figurines, originating from the 21st Dynasty, were intended to serve as substitutes for the deceased in the afterlife, performing tasks and labor on their behalf. The photograph, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into ancient Egyptian funerary practices and beliefs.