Dragging a Statue of Thutmose I

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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Dragging a Statue of Thutmose I is an unspecified by Norman de Garis Davies, depicting Man, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Norman de Garis Davies
Where can I see it?: Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a scene of ancient Egyptian laborers dragging a statue. The workers are depicted in various poses, with some pulling ropes and others pushing the statue. The statue itself is not fully visible, but it appears to be a large stone figure. The painting is done in a style that is reminiscent of ancient Egyptian art, with bold lines and vibrant colors. The workers are shown in great detail, with intricate hieroglyphics adorning their clothing and the statue itself. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look into the work of artist Norman de Garis Davies.