Relief scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2051–2030 B.C.

Relief scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11) created in ca. 2051–2030 B.C. using limestone, paint measuring W. (as reconstructed) 76 cm (29 15/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone, paint
DimensionsW. (as reconstructed) 76 cm (29 15/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1926; Rogers Fund, 1921
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 scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right?

Relief scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Relief scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right created?

Relief scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right dates to ca. 2051–2030 B.C..

What material is Relief scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right made from?

Relief scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right is crafted from limestone, paint.

Where does Relief scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right originate?

Relief scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right originates from Egypt.

Is Relief scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right in the public domain?

Relief scene from the tomb of Queen Neferu: fragments from two registers showing male and female attendants moving to the right 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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