大英博物館さんのインスタグラム写真 - (大英博物館Instagram)「When we first closed back in March, staff shared inspirational stories and powerful objects from the collection so that we could all be inspired even while the galleries were closed. Security Warder Davina Seelumbur chose this statue of Egyptian pharaoh Amenhotep III. ‘It is always a pleasure to walk through the gallery to view my favourite object. The pharaoh’s enchanting face and strong form evokes images of the fascinating art and culture of ancient Egypt.’ Made over 3,000 years ago, this imposing seated statue was probably intended to function as the recipient of offerings and prayers. On the sides of the throne are the intertwined symbols of the plants of Upper and Lower Egypt, representing the union of the two lands. Do you have a favourite object or memory in the Museum? We’d love to know – share them with us 👇 Find more inspirational stories in our blog – link in bio. 🔎 Granodiorite seated statue of Amenhotep III. Egypt, 18th Dynasty. #BritishMuseum #AncientEgypt」11月22日 19時30分