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Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art

Stela of Irethoreru

Egyptian

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Object Label

Beneath the wings of Horus the Behdetite, a manifestation of the solar god often found on stelae, or commemorative tablets, Irethoreru, at the right, makes an offering to the god of the underworld, Osiris, and his wife, Isis. The different shades of the stone have been successfully exploited for aesthetic purposes. Though the style of the representations is drawn from earlier periods, textual details suggest a Twenty-fifth Dynasty date.

Caption

Egyptian. Stela of Irethoreru, ca. 775–653 B.C.E.. Syenite, 20 x 14 x 5 11/16 in. (50.8 x 35.5 x 14.5 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Alfred T. White and George C. Brackett, 07.422. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Culture

Egyptian

Title

Stela of Irethoreru

Date

ca. 775–653 B.C.E.

Dynasty

Dynasty 25

Period

Third Intermediate Period

Geography

Place made: Egypt

Medium

Syenite

Classification

Sculpture

Dimensions

20 x 14 x 5 11/16 in. (50.8 x 35.5 x 14.5 cm)

Credit Line

Gift of Alfred T. White and George C. Brackett

Accession Number

07.422

Frequent Art Questions

  • What is happening here?

    At the top of the Stela of Irethoreru, you can see Osiris (the main figure on top of a pedestal) being praised by the individual on the right, Irethoreru. The table in between them holds offerings. Behind Osiris is another deity, his wife, the goddess Isis.

  • Can I get more info about this piece?

    The Stela of Irethoreru was designed for his tomb. Irethoreru can be seen all the way to the right wearing a long kilt of a high ranking official and making a gesture of worship towards Osiris and Isis. The tables between them hold offerings of food from the deceased to the gods.

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