Osiris Figurine
Artist
Unknown
DateThird Intermediate Period - Late Period, Dynasty 25-26, ca. 747-525 B.C.E.
MediumAntimony (metalloid)
DimensionsOverall: 5 1/4 x 1 1/8 x 1 1/8 in. (13.3 x 2.9 x 2.9 cm)
ClassificationsEgyptian
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Louise D. Brown
Object number87.496
Terms
- Gods
- Religion
- Funerary objects
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On viewLabel TextOsiris Figurine Third Intermediate Period - Late Period, Dynasty 25-26, ca. 747-525 B.C.E. Antimony Gift of Mrs. Louise D. Brown 87.496 As king of the dead, ruler of the underworld, and judge of the deceased, the god Osiris stood at the center of Egyptian religious thought and of every Egyptian's quest to achieve eternal life. Dedicated to the god, votive figurines like this one abounded in ancient Egypt and were often placed in temples to garner his favor and blessing.