Agricultural Scenes of Threshing (c.1390 BC) by Ancient Egypt

Agricultural Scenes of Threshing - Ancient Egypt - c.1390 BC

Artwork Information

TitleAgricultural Scenes of Threshing
ArtistAncient Egypt
Datec.1390 BC
Art MovementNew Kingdom

About Agricultural Scenes of Threshing

The artwork, titled “Agricultural Scenes of Threshing,” created by Ancient Egyptian artists around c.1390 BC, is a genre painting belonging to the New Kingdom art movement. This piece is part of the artistic series from the Tomb of Nakht, dated around 1400-1300 BC.

The artwork depicts various scenes of agricultural activities, showcasing laborers engaged in tasks such as harvesting, threshing, and other farming duties. The figures are illustrated in traditional Egyptian style, with vibrant colors and hierarchical proportions. Each scene is meticulously detailed, providing a comprehensive view of the agrarian lifestyle during the New Kingdom period. The artwork is rich with iconography, reflecting the importance of agriculture in Ancient Egyptian society and offering insight into the daily lives and labor practices of the time.

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