Fragmentary Scene of Foreigners, Tomb of Senenmut (c.1479 – c.1458 BC) by Ancient Egypt

Fragmentary Scene of Foreigners, Tomb of Senenmut - Ancient Egypt - c.1479 - c.1458 BC

Artwork Information

TitleFragmentary Scene of Foreigners, Tomb of Senenmut
ArtistAncient Egypt
Datec.1479 - c.1458 BC
Art MovementNew Kingdom

About Fragmentary Scene of Foreigners, Tomb of Senenmut

The artwork titled “Fragmentary Scene of Foreigners, Tomb of Senenmut” is attributed to Ancient Egypt, dating from circa 1479 to circa 1458 BC. It belongs to the New Kingdom art movement and is classified under the genre of genre painting.

The artwork portrays a partially preserved scene believed to depict foreigners engaging in an act or ceremony, as evident from the fragmented figures and artifacts visible. The figures are painted with hues of red and ochre, adorned with distinct decorative patterns around the waist, which suggestively represent attire specific to the period. Above the figures, variously sized and decorated vessels in different states of decay are present, hinting at the cultural significance of these objects within the scene. The background, though worn and faded, provides a glimpse into the richly detailed and vivid artistic conventions of New Kingdom Egypt.

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