A happy Egyptian family, 4000 years ago!

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🌍 A Glimpse into Ancient Egypt: Kaemheset and His Family (6th Dynasty | 2345–2181 BCE)

While visiting the Egyptian Special Exhibition at the Shanghai Museum, I was captivated by an extraordinary 4,000+ year-old statue of a man named Kaemheset, his wife, and their child — a beautiful family portrait carved in stone from Egypt’s 6th Dynasty (2345–2181 BCE).

This striking sculpture offers a rare and intimate look into the lives and artistry of Old Kingdom Egypt, where familial bonds, status, and legacy were immortalized through remarkable craftsmanship. The serene expressions and graceful symmetry of the figures speak volumes about their world, values, and social standing.

Take a few seconds to travel back in time — and witness the timeless humanity etched into this ancient masterpiece.

📍 Filmed at the Shanghai Museum Egyptian Exhibition
🎥 By @nookcrannytrips

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