Amunhotep the Son of Hapu.
In 1370 BCE, the pharaoh’s closest advisor was already eighty years old. At such an advanced age, Amunhotep the son of Hapu was experienced, educated and wise. His accomplishments were many; but what is most fascinating about this man is how late he achieved prominence. And, what he did once fame was his…
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Statue of Amunhotep son of Hapu, discovered at Karnak.
Statue of Amunhotep son of Hapu, discovered at Karnak.
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With reference to the votive statues of Amunhotep, son of Hapu, did he commision these statues himself, or were they commisioned post-mortem? Are there any colophons visible on the statues to indicate this? I find it difficult to comprehend that votive statues, especially ones that promote promises of reciprocity, would be already in use when the scribe in question is still alive.