Temple of Nefertari
Title
Temple of Nefertari
Date
c. 1275-1225 BCE
Identifier
1664
Alternative Title or Name
Temple of Hathor
Work Type
built works
Work Location
Egypt (nation)
Abu Simbel (ruins)
Style/Period
Nineteenth Dynasty
Subject
temples (buildings)
statues
façades
Nefertari--Queen, consort of Ramses II, King of Egypt
Description
Detail view of statues of Ramses, II and Nefertari as the goddess, Hathor on the main facade at the Temple of Nefertari at Abu Simbel. "The smaller temple is dedicated to Ramses II's wife, Nefertari. Although she was not his sole wife, she was the best beloved. In addition, she is represented on the facade of this temple as large as her husband--a clear indication of her status. The sloping facade has three recessed areas on each side of a central doorway, flanked by two large statues of Ramses. Nefertari is shown as Hathor with the horns of the sacred cow, the solar disk and two plumes," by Mary Ann Sullivan, Bluffton University.
Reproduction Type
jpeg
Copyright Statement
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ID Number
A1EGABU2-51257BE2A6
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