Head of a Funerary Figure of Akhenaten

Unknown

ca. 1353–1336 B.C. · Sandstone · Egyptian Art

More than two hundred fragmentary funerary figures of Akhenaten are known. Judging from the different styles and attributes, these were probably prepared throughout the king's reign. For other examples of Akhenaten's shabtis, see 47.57.2; 66.99.35, .37, .106; 1972.118.28; 1982.50.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 1353–1336 B.C.

Medium

Sandstone

Department

Egyptian Art

Credit line

Purchase, Fletcher Fund and The Guide Foundation Inc. Gift, 1966