Statue of Amenemhat III as a Priest This black granite statue of Amenemhat III, of which only the to
Statue of Amenemhat III as a Priest This black granite statue of Amenemhat III, of which only the torso remains, was discovered in 1862 by Auguste Mariette in the ancient capital of the Faiyum Oasis, known by the Greeks as Crocodilopolis. The king is dressed as a priest, evidenced by the leopard skin and paw over both shoulders. He has a heavy and unusual haircut and a real beard. One can still see where the false beard was once attached, as well as the hole for the missing uraeus. He is wearing the Menat collar. This statue shows highly individualistic facial features, which goes against the usual idealizing tendencies. Middle Kingdom, 12th Dynasty, reign of king Amenemhat III, ca. 1860-1814 BC. Now in the Egyptian Museum, Cairo. JE 20001 -- source link
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