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Representation of the god
Stela of Wesi Decorated Balustrade fragment


Osiris, a legendary ruler who died and was resurrected, is represented as a crowned, mummified king.


Aten is represented by the abstract symbol of the sun's disk with outstretched rays, ending in tiny hands.