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Column fragment with a cartouche
Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Akhenaten
1349–1336 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Tell el-Amarna
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Height x width: 23.5 x 12.5 cm (9 1/4 x 4 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of University College, London
Accession NumberRES.36.97
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Columns and capitals
DescriptionCareved with flutes that imitate bound reeds, this column is decorated with a crossband on which is incised the cartouche of queen Nefer-neferuw-aten, Nefertiti. The cartouche is executed in raised relief, and the hieroglyphs are incised. The stalks were originally painted yellow with traces of green piment. The hieroglyphs are blue.
ProvenanceTell el-Amarna