Sennedjem and Iineferti in the Fields of Iaru

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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Sennedjem and Iineferti in the Fields of Iaru is an unspecified by Charles Wilkinson, a Orientalism work, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Charles Wilkinson
When & what style?: Orientalism
Where can I see it?: Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a scene with two people, Sennedjem and Iineferti, in a field. They are dressed in white robes and are surrounded by trees, plants, and a cow. The background is yellow with blue and green accents. In the foreground, Sennedjem is shown working in the field, while Iineferti is sitting on a bench, possibly taking a break. The cow is depicted as being led by Sennedjem, adding a sense of movement to the scene. The painting's use of color and composition creates a sense of serenity and tranquility. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, look up Charles Wilkinson.

About the artist

Artist

Charles Wilkinson

Egyptian artists carved lively scenes on tomb walls to keep the dead company. Wilkinson’s bundle offers five such reliefs, from a falcon guarding a pharaoh to wine presses and chariots left behind for the next world.…

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