Double Shabti of Khaemwaset and Mesyt

Unknown Artist

ca. 1336–1213 B.C.

Double Shabti of Khaemwaset and Mesyt by Unknown Artist

Medium

Limestone

Dimensions

H. 22 cm (8 11/16 in.)

Classification

Shabti, double, Khaemwaset, Mesyt

Period

Late New Kingdom

Department

Egyptian Art

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of Edward S. Harkness, 1922

Accession Number

22.9.6

Tags

Hieroglyphs

Art Historical Context

Step into the enchanting world of ancient Egypt with the *Double Shabti of Kemwaset and Mes*, a poignant limestone figurine from the Late New Kingdomca. 1336–1213 B.C.), spanning late Dynasty 18 to early 19. Standing at 22 cm tall, this delicately carved piece depicts a standing couple, likely spouses, captured in the iconic Egyptian style: rigid yet graceful postures with one foot forward, arms at their sides, and finely detailed faces and attire. Crafted from limestone—a favored medium for its workability and affordability—this shabti exemplifies the era's masterful stone carving techniques....

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