Block Statue of Sheshonq
Description
<p>"Block" statues-in the form of a man, squatting with arms crossed above his knees-were placed by their donors in temples since the time of the Middle Kingdom. Through his block statue, the donor anticipated participating continuously in the daily rituals and receiving the blessings that flowed from this presence. The cubic mass provided an extensive surface for inscriptions. This statue of Sheshonq, a priest of the god Amen-Re, is inscribed with a prayer to the "king of the gods," Amen, his consort Mut, and their son Khonsu. The three are depicted on the front of the statue with Sheshonq, who kneels before them in adoration.</p><p>For the latest information about this object, <cite><a href='https://purl.thewalters.org/art/22.80' rel='external'>Block Statue of Sheshonq</a></cite>, visit the Online Collection of the Walters Art Museum.</p>
Cross-references (2)
- Walters-AccNum 22.80 tier-2
- Walters-id 3700 tier-2
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