Fragment of relief

Middle Kingdom

ca. 1961–1917 B.C.

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 109

This fragment of a block depicts the heads of two goats moving to the left. The subtle low relief in which they are carved identifies them as coming from the causeway of Senwosret I. It may be part of an agricultural scene, or may represent part of the enemy flocks captured in the king's campaigns. Part of a foot, and perhaps a dress, are visible in the register above.

Artwork Details

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Provenance

Title: Fragment of relief
Period: Middle Kingdom
Dynasty: Dynasty 12
Reign: reign of Senwosret I
Date: ca. 1961–1917 B.C.
Geography: From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht South, Pyramid Temple of Senwosret I, Causeway, MMA excavations, 1912–13
Medium: Limestone, paint
Dimensions: H. 46 cm (18 1/8 in); W. 25 cm (9 13/16 in)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1913
Object Number: 13.235.6
Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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