Shrine of Hori
late 12th or 13th Dynasty, ca. 1800-1700 BC
This shrine is a miniature memorial chapel which was erected in honor of the god Osiris at Abydos. The figure in the niche depicts Hori who dedicated this shrine for the benefit of his family, as well as himself, so that all might participate in the Osiris mysteries. The incised figures to the left and right of the niche depict family members; yet more are mentioned.
This shrine is a miniature memorial chapel which was erected in honor of the god Osiris at Abydos. The figure in the niche depicts Hori who dedicated this shrine for the benefit of his family, as well as himself, so that all might participate in the Osiris mysteries. The incised figures to the left and right of the niche depict family members; yet more are mentioned.
Time:
late 12th or 13th Dynasty, ca. 1800-1700 BC
Object Name
Stele
Culture
Ägyptisch
Location of discovery:
Abydos (vermutlich)
Material/technology:
Limestone
Dimensions:
H 49 cm, B 39 cm, T 25,5 cm
Copyright
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Ägyptisch - Orientalische Sammlung
Invs.
Ägyptische Sammlung, INV 186
Provenance
1821, purchased by Ernst August Burghart in Egypt