Vase in the form of a river God at The British Museum, London

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Hapi was a revered god in ancient Egyptian mythology, worshipped for the annual flooding of the Nile River. The overflowing waters deposited rich silt on the riverbanks, allowing Egyptians to cultivate fertile land and grow crops with ease. Hapi's grandeur was deeply admired by the people, who bestowed upon him titles such as Lord of the Fish and Birds of the Marshes, and Lord of the River Bringing Vegetation. Typically, Hapi is depicted as a robust figure with a prominent belly and pendulous breasts, adorned in a traditional loincloth and ceremonial beard. This object is part of "Scan The World", a non-profit project initiated by MyMiniFactory to create a comprehensive digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe. Scan The World aims to provide free access to this vast collection for the public, while encouraging community involvement through open-source collaboration. If you have unique items to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can participate in this initiative. Scanned using photogrammetry and processed with Agisoft PhotoScan technology.