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The Marsh Bowl: Tilapia Amongst the Lotus

Reproduction of a blue faience bowl found with a large group of vessels in a tomb in Abydos dating to Dynasty 18, c. 1550-1292 BC.

About the Artwork

Reproduction of a blue faience bowl found with a large group of vessels in a tomb in Abydos dating to Dynasty 18, c. 1550-1292 BC.

It shows a marsh scene with water, fish, and plant motifs that symbolise the themes of fertility, rebirth, and regeneration. Lotus flowers, lotus buds, and papyrus plants are shown being circled by tilapia fish, whilst the wall of the bowl is decorated with swirling water-like patterns.

Reproduction Details

Object Type

Pottery

Date

Dynasty 18

Findspot

Abydos, Tomb 949

Current Location

World Museum Liverpool

People

Deities

Art Ref

DP079

Available to purchase as

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Giclée Prints

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