Fragment of a Doorjamb from the Tomb of Djehutynefer (c.1450 – c.1390 BC) by Ancient Egypt

Fragment of a Doorjamb from the Tomb of Djehutynefer - Ancient Egypt - c.1450 - c.1390 BC

Artwork Information

TitleFragment of a Doorjamb from the Tomb of Djehutynefer
ArtistAncient Egypt
Datec.1450 - c.1390 BC
Art MovementNew Kingdom

About Fragment of a Doorjamb from the Tomb of Djehutynefer

The artwork titled “Fragment of a Doorjamb from the Tomb of Djehutynefer,” created by an unknown artist from Ancient Egypt, dates back to approximately 1450 – 1390 BC. This piece belongs to the New Kingdom art movement and is categorized as a genre painting.

The artwork is an intricately detailed fragment of a doorjamb from the tomb of an individual named Djehutynefer. It exhibits classical elements of New Kingdom Egyptian art with vividly painted hieroglyphics and depictions of figures. The upper portion features partial illustrations of personages adorned in traditional attire, while the lower section includes an animated portrait of a man, likely representing Djehutynefer himself, marked with characteristic Egyptian stylization. Vibrant hues of red, blue, green, black, and white are used throughout, emphasizing the elaborate symbolism embedded within the panels. The border and background show signs of age, yet the artwork’s original splendor remains evident, reflecting the cultural and artistic prowess of ancient Egypt.

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