Egyptian art relief carving of Wepwawet ‘The opener of the ways’ Ancient Egypt

Description: If you're looking for a unique and beautiful piece of art, look no further. The statue is the perfect way to add some flair to any home or office. Available here is a representation of the Egyptian deity Wep-wawet - ‘the opener of the ways’.Made of a limestone and quartzite composition stone, this piece has been given a realistic texture and patina revealing a hint of the traditional colour scheme. Background informationOften confused with Anubis / Anpu - the most well known of the canine jackal gods of ancient Egypt,Wep-wawet was historically, the first.The title bestowed upon him as an ‘opener of the ways’ has many interpretations over the course of Egyptian history.The principal one is ‘he who leads one into the afterlife’ thus characterising him as a veritable guide.Funerary scenes show him leading the deceased into the hall of judgement which is presided over by Osiris.This scene typically features Anubis who tends the scale of justice in the weighing of the heart ceremony.Some of the ways to help distinguish the two gods when in zoomorphic form, especially in the absence of inscriptional evidence, is to note what he is carrying. If he is holding a bow, crook and flail or the ceremonial adze used to ‘open the mouth’ it is more likely to be Wep-wawet. Also, where paint survives on carved images, Wep-wawet is traditionally grey as opposed to a pure black head like Anubis or Duamutef.Anubis more often holds an Ankh symbol and / or a staff when simply walking or standing.In this representation Wep-wawet holds in one hand the crook and flail to aid the reigning monarch in his quest forward.Early iconography speaks of a god who led the king into battle, a kind of scout. Again ‘opening the way’ so to speak. On the famous sandal docket of king Den of the 1st dynasty, Wepwawet makes his first literal appearance in pure jackal form and his influence in the realm of battle is called upon to illustrate a ‘smiting of the enemy’ scene.In celestial mythology, Wep-wawet could be shown striding on the bow of the night boat of Ra - (Meseket).The obvious connection again points to opening a way forward for the boat to sail safely through the 12 perilous gates of night so that the sun god could rise again at dawn. We invite you to explore our online store, where you will discover a wide range of meticulously crafted replicas that pay homage to Egypt's cultural heritage. From awe-inspiring statues and intricately designed jewelry to beautifully crafted furniture and captivating artifacts, our collection offers an immersive journey into the world of ancient Egypt.

Price: 350 USD

Location: Nasr City, null

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