Ramesses the Great, Isis and Hathor

The Seated Group of Ramesses the Great, Isis, and Hathor


Ramesses the Second and the goddesses Hathor and Isis are seated on a high-backed seat. He wears the Nemes headdress and the Shendyt kilt. On the belt buckle, the name of Ramesses the Second is written. Ramesses is portrayed with youthful features. Both goddesses have their left hands on their laps, while the right holds the Ankh sign, symbol of long life. They are wearing tight-fitting dresses with straps.

Ramesses the Great, Isis and Hathor

The cartouche with the name "Usermaatre Setepenre" is engraved on the bottom and top of the seat. The text that adorns the back of the seat records the promises of Hathor and Isis to Ramesses the Second. Hathor promises him millions of Sed Festivals, or jubilees, like the god Ptah Tatenen. Isis promises that the crown shall be placed on his head eternally.
 
 



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