Egyptian Pharaoh Servant Statue of Niankh pepi kem 3d printable modelPainted Wooden Servant Statue of Niankhpepikem 3d printable model Servant of Niankh-Pepi

The striding statue of the porter, Niankhpepikem, meaning servant of Niankhpepi, is depicted carrying a backpack, possibly a medical bag, along with a basket. The forward stride symbolizes his perpetual service to his master, Niankhpepi, for whom this figure was created to The statue of the Servant of Niankh-Pepi depicts an individual carrying two bags. This diminutive wooden statue is a remarkable work of art, illustrating a porter in motion while bearing a basket on his back. The basket is adorned and equipped with a support designed for resting it on the ground.accompany him in the afterlife. The portrayal of the servant is straightforward yet skillfully crafted, adorned in a simple sheath kilt, with his hair or wig meticulously styled in horizontal rows of short braids or twists emanating from the crown. His carrying method is particularly noteworthy; a strap is affixed to the right side of the pack, crosses over his chest, and wraps securely around his bent left arm, aiding in the balance of the load. The vibrant colors and intricate designs of the pack and basket create a striking contrast against the simplicity of the figure. The pack is adorned with a leopard skin motif framed in red, white, and green. The legs are pointed, an unusual design that may have been intended for stability when resting the pack on soft ground or sand. The basket, featuring a colorful diamond pattern in black, white, yellow, and blue/green, includes a handle, yet the porter opts to balance it on his right palm. Such statuettes were placed in tombs to ensure that the deceased would continue to enjoy the comforts of life, including the presence of servants, in the afterlife—one might ponder the thoughts of these servants regarding their eternal roles.