Guardian of Tomb

Sophie Shapiro

Guardian of Tomb

Nephthys was an ancient goddess, who was referenced in texts dating back to the Old Kingdom. She was a member of the Ennead of Heliopolis as the daughter of Geb and Nut and the sister of Osiris, Isis and Horus and the sister and wife of Set. When the Ennead and Ogdoad merged, Nephthys was given a place on Ra´s boat so that she could accompany him on his journey through the underworld. Nephthys is the Greek pronunciation of her name. To the Egyptians she was Nebthwt (Nebhhwt or Nebthet) meaning The Mistress of the House She was described as the head of the household of the gods and was thought to extend her protection to the head female of every household. She was sometimes associated with Ptah-Tanen in representing Lower Egypt, while Khnum and Isis represented Upper Egypt

Acrylics & pigment on paper.

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Guardian of Tomb by Sophie Shapiro
Guardian of Tomb by Sophie Shapiro
  • margaretfraser

    margaretfraser

    love the energy and colours

  • Sophie Shapiro replied

    Margaret I’ve been designing my own Tarot cards, and this is one from the series illustrating the goddess…Nebthwt It’s good to get feedback! So thank you for your comments, I really appreciate them! I hope you’re having a good week! Best Wishes Sx

  • Kathie Nichols

    Kathie Nichols

    Magnificent Sophie, you just know I love your work…wow!!!

  • Sophie Shapiro replied

    That’s good to know! Thank you! I’m slowly collating my Cards…It takes a while to formulate ideas and thoughts, but I will be pleased when their completed! I will be able to relax!S

  • Helene Kippert

    Helene Kippert

    Beautiful colours textures and movement sophie!

  • Sophie Shapiro replied

    Helene thank you! I’m glad you like this!S

  • Monk

    Monk

    This painting stimulates the imagination. Excellent.

  • Sophie Shapiro replied

    Thank you for this wonderful comment! I really appreciate it!S

  • JohnScott

    JohnScott

    great series, love them all.

  • Sophie Shapiro replied

    This whole series has encouraged me to undergo a cleansing process, especially as too much information can cause congestion, both mentally and Spiritually. I’m very happy that you like this series John! Thank you! Your words mean a great deal to me!S

  • T Design London

    T Design London

    Beautiful textures, colors and painting. Wonderful

  • Sophie Shapiro replied

    Thank you for your lovely comments! I do appreciate them!S

  • Dawnsky2

    Dawnsky2

    Nephthy, she is beautiful, powerful and strong and proud, this is a wonderful artistic portrail of her, the strength shines from your art,,:o)

  • Dawnsky2

    Dawnsky2

    OOpps hehe, at least i saw the power and strength :o)thanks Sophie x

  • dawndavies

    dawndavies

    a great piece os art agin, love the color use,dawn

  • Mark Peterson

    Mark Peterson

    Nice work!

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