Statue Of Nedjemu
Date: Old Kingdom, Dynasty V (c. 2500-2350 B.C.E.)
Material: Limestone
Provenance: Giza
His body indicates the use of the canon of proportion within an eighteen-square grid. His rigid posture and the quiet expression on his face reflect the Egyptian desire to represent the deceased in a manner appropriate for eternity.
Nedjemu wears a wrap-around kilt which would have been made of unbleached linen, a product of flax. He holds two small pegs in his hands. His wig would have been made of human hair if he could afford it. However, he could have used cheaper wigs of sheep or goat hair. Traces of reddish-brown paint on his legs show the skin color most Egyptian men have the colour. The left foot strides forward, the traditional pose for male statues. This stance shows movement and strength.
Date: Old Kingdom, Dynasty V (c. 2500-2350 B.C.E.)
Material: Limestone
Provenance: Giza
His body indicates the use of the canon of proportion within an eighteen-square grid. His rigid posture and the quiet expression on his face reflect the Egyptian desire to represent the deceased in a manner appropriate for eternity.
Nedjemu wears a wrap-around kilt which would have been made of unbleached linen, a product of flax. He holds two small pegs in his hands. His wig would have been made of human hair if he could afford it. However, he could have used cheaper wigs of sheep or goat hair. Traces of reddish-brown paint on his legs show the skin color most Egyptian men have the colour. The left foot strides forward, the traditional pose for male statues. This stance shows movement and strength.