Fragment of the Left Foot of a Royal Statue
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Object Label
Close study of details on a small fragment can reveal an abundance of information about the original sculpture. The colossal size of this foot suggests that it belonged to a royal statue measuring more than ten feet high (if standing). The remains of the so-called Nine Bows, which symbolize all the potential enemies of Egypt, whom the pharaoh literally tramples and controls, can still be seen below the foot. This small but significant detail illustrates one of the king’s main functions—keeping the country secure and at peace.
Caption
Fragment of the Left Foot of a Royal Statue, ca. 1292–1190 B.C.E.. Red granite, 6 7/8 x 9 7/16 x 8 1/4 in. (17.5 x 24 x 21 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund, 37.1490E. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 37.1490E_front_PS2.jpg)
Gallery
Not on view
Gallery
Not on view
Title
Fragment of the Left Foot of a Royal Statue
Date
ca. 1292–1190 B.C.E.
Dynasty
Dynasty 19
Period
New Kingdom
Geography
Reportedly from: Thebes, Egypt
Medium
Red granite
Classification
Dimensions
6 7/8 x 9 7/16 x 8 1/4 in. (17.5 x 24 x 21 cm)
Credit Line
Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund
Accession Number
37.1490E
Rights
Creative Commons-BY
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