Unique Egyptian Art Set of 4 Canopic Jars Made of Limestone

20TH CENTURY These four exquisite canopic jars, meticulously crafted from limestone, stand as guardians of secrets and pathways to eternity. Their purpose transcends mere mortuary vessels; they are conduits between realms—the earthly and the divine. Hapi, the Baboon-Headed Jar: Hapi, son of Horus, presides over the lungs. His baboon visage, etched into the limestone, exudes wisdom and primal energy. Within this jar lies the breath of life—the essence that sustained the living and now accompanies the deceased on their cosmic voyage. Imsety, the Human-Headed Jar: Imsety cradles the liver, seat of emotions and vitality. His human form, serene and compassionate, mirrors our shared mortality. The hieroglyphs whisper tales of balance, for Imsety ensures equilibrium in the afterlife—a harmonious transition. Duamutef, the Jackal-Headed Jar: Duamutef guards the stomach, repository of sustenance and earthly desires. His jackal features evoke both scavenger and protector. The limestone surface be