Mar 6, 2024
Statue of Anen, second priest of Amon -Museo Egizio Collection
Inventory Number: Cat. 1377 New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, 1390–1353 BCE Location Information: Thebes
Description:
A dignitary wearing a wig, a long gown, and the leopard skin of a priest. On the ornament at his belt we read the names of Amenhotep III. Anen, the inscription tells us, is an astronomer priest, “one who knows the nature of the sky.” That is why the spots on the leopard skin are rendered as stars. He is also “one who puts things in their proper place” (that is, offerings for the gods in the appointed place) and “appeases the gods with his voice.” Anen was the brother of queen Teye, wife of Amenhotep III (1390-1353 BC).