Unique red granite bust of Ramses II unearthed in Giza
An Egyptian archaeological mission from the Ministry of Antiquities has unearthed a red granite royal bust of King Ramses II emblazoned with the “Ka,” a symbol of power, life force and spirit.
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Credit: Egypt. Ministry of Antiquities |
Mostafa Waziri, secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, asserted that the bust is unique, as the only similar bust to have been discovered is carved in wood and belongs to 13th Dynasty King Hor Awibre, and is now on display at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
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Credit: Egypt. Ministry of Antiquities |
The mission has also unearthed a collection of huge red granite and limestone blocks engraved with scenes showing Ramses II during the Heb-Sed religious ritual, which indicates that these blocks could belong to a great temple dedicated to the worship of the deity Ptah.
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Credit: Egypt. Ministry of Antiquities |
Author: Nevine El-Aref | Source: Ahram Online [December 12, 2019]
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