This figure belonged to the ushabti set of the "Commander of the royal ships, Heka-em-sa-ef." The figure's beard with its curved tip conveys divinity and alludes to the belief that humans have a divine component that will be set free after they pass through the Court of the Dead.For the latest information about this object, ushabti; figurines; statuettes, visit art.thewalters.org.Dynasty: 26th DynastyInscriptions: [In one vertical row on the rear pillar; translation] Ushabti of the Osiris, the commander of the royal ships, Heka-em-sa-ef, behold...at any timeReign: Style: