Fragment of Stela depicting a figure labeled 'excellent spirit of Re' facing Ramesses I and Ahmose-Nefertari beneath the barque of Re
Unknown Artist
ca. 1295–1070 B.C.
Medium
limestone
Dimensions
H. 30.5cm (12 in.); W. 15.2 cm (6 in.)
Classification
Relief, Ramesses I, Ahmose-Nefertari
Period
New Kingdom, Ramesside
Department
Egyptian Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Museum Accession
Accession Number
X.637
Rights
Public Domain
Tags
Queens
About this artwork
This work exemplifies the artistic traditions of New Kingdom, Ramesside, Dynasty 19–20. Created ca. 1295–1070 B.C., it demonstrates the limestone technique characteristic of its era.