The artwork titled “Bearer with Antelope” is attributed to Ancient Egypt, dating back to approximately 1422 – 1411 BC. It belongs to the New Kingdom art movement and fits within the genres of genre painting and portrait. This piece is from the series “Tomb of Menna,” created around c.1422-1390 BC.
In this artwork, a figure is depicted bearing an antelope, which is draped over their shoulders. The subject is posed in a profile view, characteristic of ancient Egyptian art, with a focus on stylized features and a serene expression. The use of a limited color palette, primarily ochre and white, along with the detailed rendering of the figure’s face and posture, showcases the meticulous craftsmanship typical of this period. The background is a textured beige, giving the impression of the original context on a tomb wall. The combination of realism in the figure’s form and the symbolic representation of the antelope reflects both the everyday life and cultural symbolism valued in ancient Egyptian society.
