Art of ancient Egypt carved objects, from figures of the gods to toys and carved utensils. Alabaster was often used for expensive versions of these; painted wood was the most common material, and normal for the small models of animals, slaves and possessions placed in tombs to provide for the afterlife. Very strict conventions were followed while crafting statues and specific rules governed appearance of every Egyptian god. For example, the sky god (Horus) was essentially to be represented with a falcon's head, the god of funeral rites (Anubis) was to be always shown with a jackal's head. Artistic works were ranked according to
Caligula... The Untold Story continue to plot against him, discussing their options. In his nightmares, Caligula is visited by the shades of Aetius and Miriam. On the beach, Miriam Celsia, an Egyptian priestess of Anubis and close friend of Livia's, speaks against a Christian burial - Livia's God failed to defend her - and in favour of cremation according to Anubis, who speaks of vengeance. The Christians comply. Lucretius presents sumptious construction plans to Caligula and a group of senators. To finance the project, Caligula announces he will auction off all his things at a banquet with beautiful women and costly admission. He then