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A statue of a seated Egyptian woman. On her lap is a seated small Egyptian man with adult features.
Name the Egyptian sculpture above. Describe the symbolism of its different parts.
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This is a depiction of the goddess Isis with the child Horus seated on her lap. Isis symbolizes motherhood, magic, protection and the royal throne (her name is the hieroglyph for "throne"), so she legitimizes and nurtures the king. Horus as the small male represents the divine heir and kingship; his placement on her lap shows maternal protection and the continuity of royal power. Even when shown small, Horus may have adult features to emphasize his divine status and future role as ruler.
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