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Egyptian Scribe Statues
Explore seated and kneeling scribe figures in limestone, granite, alabaster and other listed materials. Compare the pose, carving and size of each piece, from smaller figures to substantial displays. Larger stone pieces may also require careful attention to weight.
About Scribe
Scribes recorded accounts, letters, administration and sacred texts. Their training made writing a source of authority. Seated statues with papyrus rolls honour this learned role, connecting government, religion and everyday life.
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