The artwork titled “Inlay, Part of Head” is attributed to Ancient Egypt and dates back to approximately 100 BC to 100 AD. It falls within the Hellenistic art movement and belongs to the genre of symbolic painting.
The artwork is a fragment of an inlay depicting a portion of a human head. The depicted portion shows an almond-shaped eye and part of the hair, intricately carved and detailed. The hair is represented in linear patterns, and the eye has a meticulous depiction with black outlines and shading. The background of the inlay exhibits a vivid turquoise blue, contrasting strikingly with the darker hues of the hair and the neutral tones of the skin. The artwork showcases the craftsmanship and symbolic nature typical of ancient Egyptian art, demonstrating the blend of artistic influences during the Hellenistic period.
