Tomb of Harpocrates

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Harpocrates, a revered deity in Hellenistic tradition, is immortalized on this sandstone relief fragment as a symbol of discretion, quietude, and confidentiality. As the embodiment of hope, according to Plutarch's accounts, Harpocrates also represents the unwavering optimism that pervades Ptolemaic Alexandria. This sacred figure was skillfully adapted by the Greeks from the revered Egyptian child god Horus, seamlessly integrating their mythological heritage with the rich tapestry of Hellenistic spirituality.