Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2051–2030 B.C.

Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11) created in ca. 2051–2030 B.C. using limestone, paint — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone, paint
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1926; Rogers Fund, 1931; Purchase, Day Gamble Foundation, 1966
Dateca. 2051–2030 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 11 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2051 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left?

Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left created?

Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left dates to ca. 2051–2030 B.C..

What material is Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left made from?

Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left is crafted from limestone, paint.

Where does Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left originate?

Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left originates from Egypt.

Is Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left in the public domain?

Relief fragments from the tomb of Neferu showing richly adorned attendants moving right to left is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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