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Ushabti of Heka-em-sa-ef

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Description

<p>This figure belonged to the ushabti set of the "Commander of the royal ships, Heka-em-sa-ef." The figure's beard with its curved tip conveys divinity and alludes to the belief that humans have a divine component that will be set free after they pass through the Court of the Dead.</p><p>For the latest information about this object, <cite><a href='https://purl.thewalters.org/art/48.396' rel='external'>Ushabti of Heka-em-sa-ef</a></cite>, visit the Online Collection of the Walters Art Museum.</p>

Inscriptions (1)

Inscription #1

English description

[In one vertical row on the rear pillar; translation] Ushabti of the Osiris, the commander of the royal ships, Heka-em-sa-ef, behold...at any time

Cross-references (2)

  • Walters-AccNum 48.396 tier-2
  • Walters-id 14971 tier-2
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