Hori ( rectangle standing; cornice; pyramidion) stèle - stela, limestone 145 x 95 x 19 cm, 380 kg New Empire; 19th Dynasty ca. 1250-1200 BC. Egypt, Egyptian.

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Hori, served in the temple of Ptah in Memphis. His wife Takatgeba bears the title of musician of Nebethetepet, Heliopolitan goddess who was later equated with Hathor. Topped by a pyramidion, carved with a djed-pillar adored by the deceased. The central scene shows Hori and his wife, sitting in front of an offering table while his son and three daughters present offerings. The lower scene shows a similar offering scene with two other sons and daughters. Finally, the left jamb contains an offering formula for Osiris, Ra-Horachte and Atum, the right jamb is dedicated to Ptah-Sokar-Osiris.

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Size: 5916px × 3515px
Location: Egypt
Photo credit: © Peter Horree / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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