COLLECTION NAME:
The AMICA Library
Record
AMICA ID:
CMA_.1960.56
AMICA Library Year:
1998
Object Type:
Sculpture
Creator Nationality:
African; North African; Egyptian
Creator Dates/Places:
Egypt
Creator Name-CRT:
Egypt, Perhaps Karnak, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12, reign of Amenemhat III, 1918-1884 BC
Title:
Statue of Amenemhat III
Title Type:
Primary
View:
Full View
Creation Date:
1859-1814 BC
Creation Start Date:
-1859
Creation End Date:
-1814
Materials and Techniques:
granodiorite
Dimensions:
Overall: 51.2cm x 19.8cm x 18.4cm, Face: 7.6cm x 7.6cm
AMICA Contributor:
The Cleveland Museum of Art
Owner Location:
Cleveland, Ohio, USA
ID Number:
1960.56
Credit Line:
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund
Context:
Craggy cheekbones, sunken cheeks, and a protruding lower jaw characterize the face of Amenemhat III, one of the greatest kings of ancient Egypt. His features--so different from the ideal portraits of Old Kingdom rulers--set the style for the late MiddleKingdom. The king's prayerful attitude--arms in front, hands pressed against his body--indicates that the statue was placed in a temple. His kilt, a portion of which is looped over his belt, has a flaring starched triangular panel.
Related Image Identifier Link:
CMA_.1960.56.tif
