E 0508 MR6. Casanova E 0508 MR3. Casanova E 0508 MR3. Casanova

Naos bearer

Late Period, 26th Dynasty (664–525 BC)
Limestone
Height: 138 cm
Inv.: MEB E-508

Statue of a man carrying a naos with the image of the god Osiris. The personal piety of the faithful towards the gods could be manifested by the delivery of offerings in temples of worship; in this case, the act of offering is represented precisely.

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