Nefertiti, Egyptian Queen, 14th century BCE - Bust

A resin bust of the ancient Egyptian queen, Nefertiti.

This exquisite replica is modeled after the renowned 14th-century BCE bust of Queen Nefertiti, a masterpiece that can be admired in the Egyptian Museum of Berlin. The original bust, believed to have been crafted by the skilled sculptor Thutmose, captures the elegance and regal bearing of Nefertiti, the 'Great Royal Wife' of the Egyptian pharaoh Akhenaten. 

Nefertiti, whose life spanned from 1370 to 1330 BCE, played a significant role in a transformative period of ancient Egyptian history. Together with her husband Akhenaten, she was at the heart of a revolutionary shift in the Egyptian religious landscape. The royal couple is celebrated for their bold move to alter the traditional polytheistic worship system, which had been deeply ingrained in Egyptian culture for millennia. In place of the myriad gods and goddesses that Egyptians had long venerated, Akhenaten and Nefertiti introduced a form of monotheism, elevating the worship of a single deity: Aten, the sun disk.

This religious reform, known as the Amarna Revolution, marked a profound change in the spiritual life of Egypt. Akhenaten and Nefertiti's devotion to Aten was not just a personal belief but a state policy, which they promoted with fervent zeal. The sun disk, symbolizing life-giving energy and divine illumination, became the central figure of worship, effectively sidelining the traditional pantheon of gods such as Amun, Ra, and Osiris.

The bust of Nefertiti, with its refined features and serene expression, embodies the queen's beauty and her significant influence. It serves as a timeless representation of her legacy, both as a queen and as a pivotal figure in one of history's earliest known attempts at establishing a monotheistic faith. This replica, like the original, continues to captivate admirers with its historical significance and artistic perfection, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural and religious heritage of ancient Egypt.

A striking home ornament inspired by Egypt’s most famous queen.