The little sculpture with the display of young pharaoh
Small figurine represents young male in kneeling position. On his head is the klaft – nemesis, usually worn by Egyptian Pharaohs or princes who will inherit the throne. His torso is naked, but he wears jewellery. There are two necklaces around his neck. Arms held to his body. The upper right arm seems to be decorated with stylised bracelet. His right forearm and hand, and left hand are missing. Hips are covered with typical ancient Egyptian cloth, decorated with ornaments. The legs and feet are bare. There is a small base below the figure. The body of the figure bends slightly forward. It seems that the figure was offering some sacrifice to the gods. The figure is badly damaged so we cannot be sure what kind of offering. The statuette represents the kneeling figure of young Pharaoh giving religious offering. The items as previously interpreted as ancient Egyptian figure and ancient Egyptian woman.
Catalogue entry
The little sculpture with the display of young pharaoh
Archaeological Museum of Istria, Pula
Inv. no. AMIP-A 5210
Istria, unknown location
Ptolemaic period (306-30 B.C.)
bronze: metal processing and casting
6.5 x 2.2 cm
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