The artwork, titled “Scarab of the King’s Mother Queen Nebuhetepti”, is attributed to the artistically rich culture of Ancient Egypt. Created circa 1802 – 1640 BC during the Middle Kingdom, the piece is a symbolic painting.
The artwork depicts an intricately detailed scarab amulet, a symbol held in high regard in Egyptian culture for its representation of rebirth and protection. The artifact is inscribed with hieroglyphs, possibly a dedication or invocation, rendered in a vibrant blue pigment typical of faience materials from the period. The scarab’s surface shows signs of wear, indicating its age and history, yet it retains a discernible elegance and meaning, befitting its dedication to Queen Nebuhetepti. The piece exudes a sense of reverence and historical significance, evocative of the Middle Kingdom’s artistic and symbolic sophistication.
