Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Isis Priestess Funerary Stele, Palazzo Massimo Museo, Roma

This funerary stele from 40 C.E. shows a couple on the left and a priestess of Isis on the right. Although she is without the Isis "knot" there are two other indicators of her status - the sistula or rattle (on her right) and an offering plate (round) on her left. Note that the priestess is turned slightly toward the woman and that the couple are ever so slightly turned toward her.


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