The artwork named “Scène Murale De La Tombe De Menna” was created by an Ancient Egyptian artist approximately between 1422 and 1411 BC. This piece belongs to the New Kingdom art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting. It is part of the “Tomb of Menna” series, which dates from around 1422 to 1390 BC.
The artwork depicts a detailed and colorful mural scene within the Tomb of Menna. This mural illustrates various figures engaged in agricultural activities, a common theme in New Kingdom tomb decorations. The figures are engaged in tasks that suggest the harvesting and handling of grain. The people are shown in profile, adhering to the artistic conventions of the time, with attention to physical details and occupational accuracy. The scene is a vivid representation of the daily life and labor of Ancient Egypt, highlighting the significance of agriculture in their society. The mural employs a hierarchical perspective, common in Egyptian art, displaying the figures larger according to their social status.
