On the left, Re in his nocturnal shape has just put the Atef crown on the Pharaoh's head. The king is knelt before Amun that transmits him life symbolized by the ankh signs . The Pharaoh holds the lapwing rekit by the wings: Pharaoh is ruler of the people symbolized by the lapwing. The gods are seated on thrones including the sema-touy, symbols of the unit of Egypt.

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The king in front of Iousas who gives him the breath of life.  

Sety in front of Amun-Re

  Mut nurses Pharaoh to give him eternal life.

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