Block from a Relief Depicting a Battle (c.1427 – c.1400 BC) by Ancient Egypt

Block from a Relief Depicting a Battle - Ancient Egypt - c.1427 - c.1400 BC

Artwork Information

TitleBlock from a Relief Depicting a Battle
ArtistAncient Egypt
Datec.1427 - c.1400 BC
Art MovementNew Kingdom

About Block from a Relief Depicting a Battle

The artwork, titled “Block from a Relief Depicting a Battle,” created by an anonymous artist from Ancient Egypt, dates from approximately 1427 to 1400 BC. It belongs to the New Kingdom period and falls under the genre of battle paintings.

This relief showcases a dynamic and intense combat scene, characteristic of Egyptian artistry from the New Kingdom era. The figures, rendered in a highly stylized manner, exhibit the quintessential physicality and movement associated with battle. The focal point involves several warriors engaged in close combat, their expressions and postures indicating the ferocity and chaos of the skirmish. The use of bold colors, predominantly reds, blacks, and whites, enhances the visual impact, drawing attention to the intricate details and the violent motions captured in the scene. The overall composition, despite its age, remains vivid and evocative, illustrating the significance of martial prowess in ancient Egyptian society.

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