Upper Part of a Statue

Unknown

ca. 1859–1750 B.C. · Quartzite · Egyptian Art

The large ears and hooded eyes of this exceptionally sensitive image are seen in many later Middle Kingdom representations, continuing the artistic tradition of 12th Dynasty royal portraits. The jutting mouth, small chin, and angularly defined breasts are known from Dynasty 13 works.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 1859–1750 B.C.

Medium

Quartzite

Department

Egyptian Art

Credit line

Purchase, Frederick P. Huntley Bequest, 1959