Royal Egyptian Artifact – "الكاتب المصري" (al-Kātib al-Miṣri) – "The Egyptian Scribe"

story:

In ancient Egypt, when the great pyramids stretched toward the sky and the Nile flowed with life, there existed a figure whose role was as sacred as it was crucial: the Egyptian Scribe. This figure wasn’t just a mere writer, but the keeper of history, the one who recorded the triumphs of Pharaohs, the deeds of warriors, and the everyday lives of the Egyptian people.

The Egyptian scribe was entrusted with the power to capture the essence of Egypt’s glorious past and the secrets of its future. With a reed pen and papyrus scrolls, these scribes would carve hieroglyphs into stone, documenting everything from royal decrees to the most intimate details of daily life. Their work was vital, as they preserved Egypt’s legacy for generations to come.

One famous tale tells of a scribe named Ahmes, who was tasked by the Pharaoh to write the history of Egypt's greatest victories. But Ahmes, with his deep wisdom, understood that not all victories were meant to be recorded as they were. As he penned the victories of war and the rise of empires, he secretly encoded deeper truths about Egypt's spiritual journey, leaving behind a hidden message for those who would one day uncover it.

These scribes were often revered as wise and sacred individuals, as their words had the power to transcend time. To this day, their writings remain, carved into stone and preserved in the hearts of their people.

The Egyptian Scribe stands as a symbol of knowledge, wisdom, and the eternal power of written words, reminding us that what is written today can echo through the ages.

Material:

Pharaonic schist:

Refers to a variety of metamorphic stones widely used by the ancient Egyptians from 3100 to 30 BC. This stone is characterized by its layered composition, which facilitates its shaping and carving. Schist is composed of minerals such as mica, chlorite, and talc, giving it a lustrous sheen and a smooth surface. These qualities made it a valuable material for fine sculptures, ritual objects, and funerary items. The ancient Egyptians preferred schist for its ability to support intricate carvings, making it a prime material for temple statues, stelae, and tomb artifacts, which often held religious significance.

DIMENSIONS:

L:  3.6  inches

D:  3.6 inches

H: 5.2  inches

weight: 0.9  lb