This life-size Anubis statue presents a robust human figure with well-developed muscles, showing a sense of power and authority. Anubis’ body posture may be standing or slightly leaning forward, giving a sense of being ready for action.
The head of this bronze Anubis statue is a dog head, which also looks a bit like a jackal or wild dog, symbolizing Anubis’ identity. The details of the dog’s head are very exquisite, and he has sharp ears and deep eyes, conveying an atmosphere of alertness and mystery. In Anubis’ left hand, he holds a dog-headed scepter, which usually symbolizes power and protection. In his right hand, he holds a key, symbolizing the door and secrets to the afterlife.
The key carries the ancient Egyptian artistic style, showing a sense of mystery. On his chest, a key pendant with the same key as the key in his right-hand hangs, enhancing his identity as the god of death and the guardian of the dead. On Anubis’ head, there is a snake, which may symbolize protection or wisdom. In ancient Egyptian culture, snakes are often associated with the power and mystery of the gods.
The ancient legend of Anubis:
Anubis is an important god in ancient Egyptian mythology, usually depicted as a god with a human body and a dog head. Anubis is regarded as the god of death and the guardian of the dead, responsible for guiding the souls of the dead into the afterlife and weighing their hearts at the trial to determine their fate.
This is a bronze Anubis statue that our artists have cast for clients.
In the ancient Egyptian belief system, Anubis’s main responsibilities include:
Guiding the dead: Anubis is considered a guide for the dead, helping them through their journey through the underworld.
Weighing of the heart: In the “Judgment of the Heart” ceremony, Anubis would weigh the heart of the dead against a feather (symbolizing justice) to judge their good and evil in life. If the heart is lighter than the feather, the dead could enter paradise; if it is heavy, it would be swallowed.
Protecting the body: Anubis was also responsible for protecting the body and the mummification process to ensure the resurrection of the deceased in the afterlife.
Anubis is usually black, symbolizing soil and rebirth, which is closely related to the ancient Egyptians’ understanding of death and rebirth. He occupies an important position in ancient Egyptian culture and often appears in tombs, temple murals, and sculptures.
We have many different bronze Anubis statues in different styles.
This bronze Anubis statue is not only a work of art but also a profound reflection of ancient Egyptian culture and beliefs, showing a combination of mystery and power. If you want to cast a unique Anubis sculpture, please feel free to contact us.