Offerings Made to the Deceased and his Wife, Tomb of Djehutyemheb

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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Offerings Made to the Deceased and his Wife, Tomb of Djehutyemheb is an unspecified by Norman de Garis Davies, 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 from ancient Egypt. There are several people in the image, all wearing white robes. Some of them are holding objects, like a staff or a basket. In the background, there are hieroglyphics and other Egyptian symbols. The painting is very detailed and colorful. The people are depicted in different poses, some standing and others sitting. The objects they are holding are also carefully rendered. The hieroglyphics in the background add to the overall sense of ancient Egyptian culture. The painting is a great example of Egyptian art. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you could check out the work of Norman de Garis Davies.