Inlay, Square, Sema Tawy Design (c.100 BC – c.100 AD) by Ancient Egypt

Inlay, Square, Sema Tawy Design - Ancient Egypt - c.100 BC - c.100 AD

Artwork Information

TitleInlay, Square, Sema Tawy Design
ArtistAncient Egypt
Datec.100 BC - c.100 AD
Art MovementHellenistic

About Inlay, Square, Sema Tawy Design

The artwork “Inlay, Square, Sema Tawy Design” is attributed to the Ancient Egyptian civilization and dates back to approximately 100 BC to 100 AD, reflecting the Hellenistic influence of that era. This piece falls within the genre of ornament, and its creation was likely intended for decorative purposes, particularly as an inlay, a common practice in Ancient Egyptian decorative arts for adding intricate detail to various objects.

This particular artwork features a vibrant palette with a predominantly red background. Central to the design is a symmetrical representation of what seems to be the Sema Tawy, a symbol of the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt, featuring the characteristic plant elements tied together around a central column. The plant elements, possibly lotus and papyrus stalks, are rendered in bold blue and yellow with black outlining, which stands out against the red. Beneath the tied stalks is a blue-colored element resembling a funnel or a vase. The edges of the square are decorated with motifs that could be interpreted as water waves or perhaps a stylization of papyrus marshes, adding a border-like frame to the central design. The application of paint shows signs of wear, indicating the artifact’s age and historical authenticity. Overall, the intricacy of the pattern and the vivid colors used are typical of the decorative sophistication found in Ancient Egyptian artifacts, blending both aesthetic beauty and symbolic significance.

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