Toth in the form of a baboon at The Kiev Museum of Art, Ukraine

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Thoth was a highly revered deity in the Egyptian pantheon. Often depicted as a man with the head of an ibis or baboon, animals sacred to him, he held a special place among his fellow gods. His feminine counterpart was Seshat, and his wife was Ma'at. Thoth's main temple stood tall in Khmun, later known as Hermopolis Magna during the Greco-Roman era, where he was worshiped alongside other deities. In 1826, the temple suffered partial destruction, leaving behind a lasting legacy. The city of Khmun held great significance for Thoth, as it was home to the Ogdoad pantheon of eight principal deities. Thoth also had numerous shrines within various cities across ancient Egypt, including Abydos, Hesert, Urit, Per-Ab, Rekhui, Ta-ur, Sep, Hat, Pselket, Talmsis, Antcha-Mutet, Bah, Amen-heri-ab, and Ta-kens. His roles in Egyptian mythology were multifaceted, including maintaining the universe and serving as one of two deities who stood on either side of Ra's boat. In later ancient Egyptian history, Thoth became closely associated with the resolution of godly disputes, the art of magic, the system of writing, scientific development, and the judgment of the dead. His importance in these areas cannot be overstated, as he played a vital role in shaping the course of Egyptian civilization. This object is part of "Scan The World", a non-profit initiative launched by MyMiniFactory to create a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe for public access. Scan The World is an open-source community effort, inviting contributions from individuals who wish to participate. If you have interesting items to share, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can help. Scanned using Photogrammetry (Processed with Agisoft PhotoScan)