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Isis and Nephthys Protect Tutankhamun

Reproduction and colourisation of a scene from the rear panel of the second golden shrine of Tutankhamun, dating to 1324 BC.

Isis and Nephthys Protect Tutankhamun

The sister goddesses Isis and Nephthys stretch out their protective wings to encircle the dead king. They recite spells that emphasise the rejuvenation and protection of Tutankhamun in the afterlife, whose names are given in cartouches.

Reproduction Details

Object Type

Date

Findspot

Current Location

People Depicted

Deities Depicted

Art Ref

Shrine

Dynasty 18

Tomb of Tutankhamun (KV62), Valley of the Kings

Cairo Museum

Tutankhamun

Isis, Nephthys

DP092

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