Greco-Roman female figurines were found in various contexts (funerary, sacred and domestic) acros... more Greco-Roman female figurines were found in various contexts (funerary, sacred and domestic) across Egypt. Among these groups of female figurines, we find a unique type of women represented seated or squatted with their legs wide apart, holding small globular pots in their hands, which were frequently excavated in domestic contexts. They sometimes point their right hand out to their vulva and there are also some unique examples representing a nude woman seated on a small chair or birth stool (?), washing her genitals. The proposed research aims to demonstrate that these figurines were mainly used as an ex-voto figurines for private purification activities in the domestic context. This paper will examine this type of figurines with a descriptive and analytical approach. In addition, I will discuss some questions still open for discussion: what do these figurines represent? Which divinities were they related to? What are the functions and conceptions of these figurines in the domestic spheres, and where and how were they used? Are these figurines related to the rituals of pregnancy and motherhood in the houses?
at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) 3 Curator at the Egyptian Museum of Cairo (EMC) Curator at the... more at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) 3 Curator at the Egyptian Museum of Cairo (EMC) Curator at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) Introduction:-This paper will investigate and focus on studying a unique painted wooden panel JE. 38250. Indeed, the main aim of this study precisely will be to examine and identify these figures which are depicted on the wooden panel, to recognize the religious significance, to find an approximate dating, and to find out the main function of this object. Provenance: The main provenance of this object is Fayoum Region, probably came from Tebtynis "Tell umm Breigat" (fig.1). Dimensions: Height: 55cm; Width: 26 cm. Current Status: A large part of this object was totally destroyed, but recently the remaining part of it was retorted. There is a very small part is missing in the lower part of the panel. There are some parts of the painted stucco layers that are chipped off the surface of the wood. s. This panel is made with tempera, which uses an egg-yolk medium. Using small brushes dipped in a mixture of pigment and egg-yolk, the paint was applied in very small, almost transparent, brushstrokes. Thin layers of paint would be used to create volumetric forms 1. wooden panels generally were used in many purposes like mummies' portraits, personal portraits and votive panels etc... Actually this panel is a votive one. Physical Description (fig.2 a&b): This panel consists of two gathered panels; one of them is still preserved in our hands. The scene represents a bust of young lady in the frontal pose but her face is in the three-quarters pose, she moves her head and her consideration towards her proper right a little. She wears a black Chiton with folds over her chest which is covered by long red Himation. She wears a long spiral red necklace around her neck ends with a small standing figurine. The neck seems fairly big and contains two or three folds. The head seems relativity large and the cheeks are chunky and painted in pink. The chin is pointed and short. She wears earrings consist of one bead of pearl in each ear. The head is surrounded by transparent veil headdress. It is wrapped around it in
The extent of the Nile valley from the Delta to modern Sudan, sometimes extending into the Levant... more The extent of the Nile valley from the Delta to modern Sudan, sometimes extending into the Levant and Near East. In the Hellenistic period, Egyptian and Egyptian cultic practices began to spread through the Mediterranean, becoming popular in Italy under the Roman Empire Religion in Greco-Roman Egypt By Khaled Ismail, The Grand Egyptian Museum Entry tags: Religious Group, Greek Religions, Greek Cult, Hellenistic Religions, Egyptian Religions This area of interest deals with the cults and beliefs prominent in Egypt during the Ptolemaic and Roman periods. The cults in this period were radically transformed from their earlier, pharaonic versions, becoming a complicated mix of different traditions. Egyptian beliefs and practices were merged with the Greek cults. New cults emerged alongside those that were transformed, such as the cult of Serapis, the main god of Alexandria. The Egyptian deities interacted with Greek partners and were worshipped side by side in the Egyptian metropolis.
This paper deals with a marble head of Serapis, kept in the Grand Egyptian Museum (Gem.34206). Th... more This paper deals with a marble head of Serapis, kept in the Grand Egyptian Museum (Gem.34206). The head was found in Diospolis Magna (Modern Luxor), and its height about 46cm, while the width is 32cm. The head is well-preserved. It is carved in marble. The head is broken off from the bottom part of the neck, which indicates that the head probably is belonging to a colossal statue of Serapis. The artistic treatment of the head, in particular the hairstyle above the forehead and also the beard-addressing moreover that the lack information concerning on the find-spot of the head in Luxor which made a main challenge to determine the certain date and its archeological context. All comparative examples presented in this paper indicates that this head representing probably a head of the god Serapis and it can date back to the Roman period. the paper discussed the problematic of find-spot of the head It suggests that the head probably belongs to the Roman temple of Serapis in Luxor.
New Study of a Relief of Dionysos Kept in Luxor, 2024
This article explores a sandstone relief which is kept at the Luxor Museum (J.33) (fig.1). It was... more This article explores a sandstone relief which is kept at the Luxor Museum (J.33) (fig.1). It was found in front of the first pylon of the temple Amun-Re at Karnak. This sandstone block carved in high relief on which is represented a gorgeous scenery of a naked young man leaning on a legged sofa, "Greek kline", above a semi-circle channel. There are hieroglyphic signs in unusual pose on either side. They make this object an exceptional and extremely specific case among all the artifacts and archeological finds which were excavated at Karnak. Although this object was published before in the excavation reports by Jean Lauffray in 1969-19701, and also in the catalogue of the Luxor museum by Romano in 19792, but it has not been studied an closely and carefully, so this article investigates this sandstone block and its unique scene using a descriptive, analytical approach, and comparative study
This chapter aims to highlight some of the key issues concerning the interpretation of historical... more This chapter aims to highlight some of the key issues concerning the interpretation of historical and cultural sources for Egypt during the Ptolemaic and Roman periods, from Alexander's arrivaluntil the establishment of Christianity. The chapter covers religion, material culture and the distinctive relationship between Egypt and the Roman Empire, and there is some discussion of the long neglect of excavations at Ptolemaic and Roman sites in past years. Keywords: Ptolemaic, Roman, Alexander the Great, Alexandria, Memphis, terracotta, sculpture, Serapis, metropolis, syncretism, texts, Administration, Christianity.
Greco-Roman female figurines were found in various contexts (funerary, sacred and domestic) acros... more Greco-Roman female figurines were found in various contexts (funerary, sacred and domestic) across Egypt. Among these groups of female figurines, we find a unique type of women represented seated or squatted with their legs wide apart, holding small globular pots in their hands, which were frequently excavated in domestic contexts. They sometimes point their right hand out to their vulva and there are also some unique examples representing a nude woman seated on a small chair or birth stool (?), washing her genitals. The proposed research aims to demonstrate that these figurines were mainly used as an ex-voto figurines for private purification activities in the domestic context. This paper will examine this type of figurines with a descriptive and analytical approach. In addition, I will discuss some questions still open for discussion: what do these figurines represent? Which divinities were they related to? What are the functions and conceptions of these figurines in the domestic spheres, and where and how were they used? Are these figurines related to the rituals of pregnancy and motherhood in the houses?
at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) 3 Curator at the Egyptian Museum of Cairo (EMC) Curator at the... more at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) 3 Curator at the Egyptian Museum of Cairo (EMC) Curator at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) Introduction:-This paper will investigate and focus on studying a unique painted wooden panel JE. 38250. Indeed, the main aim of this study precisely will be to examine and identify these figures which are depicted on the wooden panel, to recognize the religious significance, to find an approximate dating, and to find out the main function of this object. Provenance: The main provenance of this object is Fayoum Region, probably came from Tebtynis "Tell umm Breigat" (fig.1). Dimensions: Height: 55cm; Width: 26 cm. Current Status: A large part of this object was totally destroyed, but recently the remaining part of it was retorted. There is a very small part is missing in the lower part of the panel. There are some parts of the painted stucco layers that are chipped off the surface of the wood. s. This panel is made with tempera, which uses an egg-yolk medium. Using small brushes dipped in a mixture of pigment and egg-yolk, the paint was applied in very small, almost transparent, brushstrokes. Thin layers of paint would be used to create volumetric forms 1. wooden panels generally were used in many purposes like mummies' portraits, personal portraits and votive panels etc... Actually this panel is a votive one. Physical Description (fig.2 a&b): This panel consists of two gathered panels; one of them is still preserved in our hands. The scene represents a bust of young lady in the frontal pose but her face is in the three-quarters pose, she moves her head and her consideration towards her proper right a little. She wears a black Chiton with folds over her chest which is covered by long red Himation. She wears a long spiral red necklace around her neck ends with a small standing figurine. The neck seems fairly big and contains two or three folds. The head seems relativity large and the cheeks are chunky and painted in pink. The chin is pointed and short. She wears earrings consist of one bead of pearl in each ear. The head is surrounded by transparent veil headdress. It is wrapped around it in
The extent of the Nile valley from the Delta to modern Sudan, sometimes extending into the Levant... more The extent of the Nile valley from the Delta to modern Sudan, sometimes extending into the Levant and Near East. In the Hellenistic period, Egyptian and Egyptian cultic practices began to spread through the Mediterranean, becoming popular in Italy under the Roman Empire Religion in Greco-Roman Egypt By Khaled Ismail, The Grand Egyptian Museum Entry tags: Religious Group, Greek Religions, Greek Cult, Hellenistic Religions, Egyptian Religions This area of interest deals with the cults and beliefs prominent in Egypt during the Ptolemaic and Roman periods. The cults in this period were radically transformed from their earlier, pharaonic versions, becoming a complicated mix of different traditions. Egyptian beliefs and practices were merged with the Greek cults. New cults emerged alongside those that were transformed, such as the cult of Serapis, the main god of Alexandria. The Egyptian deities interacted with Greek partners and were worshipped side by side in the Egyptian metropolis.
This paper deals with a marble head of Serapis, kept in the Grand Egyptian Museum (Gem.34206). Th... more This paper deals with a marble head of Serapis, kept in the Grand Egyptian Museum (Gem.34206). The head was found in Diospolis Magna (Modern Luxor), and its height about 46cm, while the width is 32cm. The head is well-preserved. It is carved in marble. The head is broken off from the bottom part of the neck, which indicates that the head probably is belonging to a colossal statue of Serapis. The artistic treatment of the head, in particular the hairstyle above the forehead and also the beard-addressing moreover that the lack information concerning on the find-spot of the head in Luxor which made a main challenge to determine the certain date and its archeological context. All comparative examples presented in this paper indicates that this head representing probably a head of the god Serapis and it can date back to the Roman period. the paper discussed the problematic of find-spot of the head It suggests that the head probably belongs to the Roman temple of Serapis in Luxor.
New Study of a Relief of Dionysos Kept in Luxor, 2024
This article explores a sandstone relief which is kept at the Luxor Museum (J.33) (fig.1). It was... more This article explores a sandstone relief which is kept at the Luxor Museum (J.33) (fig.1). It was found in front of the first pylon of the temple Amun-Re at Karnak. This sandstone block carved in high relief on which is represented a gorgeous scenery of a naked young man leaning on a legged sofa, "Greek kline", above a semi-circle channel. There are hieroglyphic signs in unusual pose on either side. They make this object an exceptional and extremely specific case among all the artifacts and archeological finds which were excavated at Karnak. Although this object was published before in the excavation reports by Jean Lauffray in 1969-19701, and also in the catalogue of the Luxor museum by Romano in 19792, but it has not been studied an closely and carefully, so this article investigates this sandstone block and its unique scene using a descriptive, analytical approach, and comparative study
This chapter aims to highlight some of the key issues concerning the interpretation of historical... more This chapter aims to highlight some of the key issues concerning the interpretation of historical and cultural sources for Egypt during the Ptolemaic and Roman periods, from Alexander's arrivaluntil the establishment of Christianity. The chapter covers religion, material culture and the distinctive relationship between Egypt and the Roman Empire, and there is some discussion of the long neglect of excavations at Ptolemaic and Roman sites in past years. Keywords: Ptolemaic, Roman, Alexander the Great, Alexandria, Memphis, terracotta, sculpture, Serapis, metropolis, syncretism, texts, Administration, Christianity.
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This paper will examine this type of figurines with a descriptive and analytical approach. In addition, I will discuss some questions still open for discussion: what do these figurines represent? Which divinities were they related to? What are the functions and conceptions of these figurines in the domestic spheres, and where and how were they used? Are these figurines related to the rituals of pregnancy and motherhood in the houses?
All comparative examples presented in this paper indicates that this head representing probably a head of the god Serapis and it can date back to the Roman period. the paper discussed the problematic of find-spot of the head It suggests that the head probably belongs to the Roman temple of Serapis in Luxor.
Although this object was published before in the excavation reports by Jean Lauffray in 1969-19701, and also in the catalogue of the Luxor museum by Romano in 19792, but it has not been studied an closely and carefully, so this article investigates this sandstone block and its unique scene using a descriptive, analytical approach, and comparative study
Keywords: Ptolemaic, Roman, Alexander the Great, Alexandria, Memphis, terracotta, sculpture, Serapis, metropolis, syncretism, texts, Administration, Christianity.
This paper will examine this type of figurines with a descriptive and analytical approach. In addition, I will discuss some questions still open for discussion: what do these figurines represent? Which divinities were they related to? What are the functions and conceptions of these figurines in the domestic spheres, and where and how were they used? Are these figurines related to the rituals of pregnancy and motherhood in the houses?
All comparative examples presented in this paper indicates that this head representing probably a head of the god Serapis and it can date back to the Roman period. the paper discussed the problematic of find-spot of the head It suggests that the head probably belongs to the Roman temple of Serapis in Luxor.
Although this object was published before in the excavation reports by Jean Lauffray in 1969-19701, and also in the catalogue of the Luxor museum by Romano in 19792, but it has not been studied an closely and carefully, so this article investigates this sandstone block and its unique scene using a descriptive, analytical approach, and comparative study
Keywords: Ptolemaic, Roman, Alexander the Great, Alexandria, Memphis, terracotta, sculpture, Serapis, metropolis, syncretism, texts, Administration, Christianity.