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Henutirdis and all the different facets that make it up. From its origin and evolution to its impact on today's society, we will immerse ourselves in a journey of discovery and learning. We will analyze its implications in various fields, from science and technology to arts and culture. With a critical and reflective look, we will delve into the positive and negative aspects of
Henutirdis, as well as its influence on our daily lives. Join us on this tour and discover everything there is to know about
Henutirdis.
4th-century BC Nubian royal lady
Henutirdis was a Nubian royal lady with the title king's wife, although the reading of the title is uncertain. Her husband was perhaps Harsiotef. So far she is only known from her burial at Nuri (Nu. 34).[1] It is remarkable that she bears an Egyptian name. Most other royal Nubian royal women bear Nubian names.
Her burial at Nuri consists of a pyramid with a chapel and two underground burial chambers. There was a staircase going underground and leading to the burial chambers that were found heavily looted. Fragments of 6 uninscribed shabtis were found. The name of Henutirdis is preserved on an offering table.[2]
References
- ^ Dows Dunham and M. F. Laming Macadamː Names and Relationships of the Royal Family of Napata, in The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology˞, Vol. 35 (Dec., 1949), p. 143, pl. XV (no. 29)
- ^ Dows Dunhamː The Royal cemeteries of Kush, vol. II, Boston 1955, pp. 225-228 online