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Tomb Relief of the Chief Physician Amenhotep and Family, c
499566 Tomb Relief of the Chief Physician Amenhotep and Family, c.1279-1257 BC (limestone with traces of paint)
by Egyptian 19th Dynasty (c.1292-1187 BC); 128x119.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Ancient Egyptian medicine was held in high esteem, and doctors made a good living. In this scene, the chief physician Amenhotep leads his family in prayer. Arms uplifted in worship, they all wear the intricately styled wigs and elaborately layered, pleated, billowing linen garments that were the height of fashion during the long and prosperous reign of Ramesses II. Amenhoteps tomb chapel at Asyut was excavated in 1913-14 by the Egyptian Antiquities Service. Its reliefs are now divided among four cities in three countries. The right side of the wall directly adjoining the Cleveland relief is in Zurich, Switzerland. It shows the goddess Hathor taking Amenhotep by the hand and leading him and his family into the presence of the gods (see photo). The other sections are in the Toledo Museum of Art and the Egyptian Museum, Berlin, Germany.); Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. Fund; Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 23553524
© Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. Fund / Bridgeman Images
19th Dynasty Amenhotep C13th Medical Practitioner Physician
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The Tomb Relief of the Chief Physician Amenhotep and Family is a captivating glimpse into ancient Egyptian culture and medicine. This stunning limestone print, dating back to 1279-1257 BC, showcases the esteemed position held by physicians during this time. In the scene depicted, we see Chief Physician Amenhotep leading his family in prayer. With arms uplifted in worship, they are adorned in intricately styled wigs and elaborately layered linen garments that were fashionable during the reign of Ramesses II. This tomb relief was discovered at Amenhotep's chapel in Asyut during an excavation conducted by the Egyptian Antiquities Service in 1913-14. The reliefs from this chapel are now scattered across four cities in three countries. Adjacent to this particular relief at the Cleveland Museum of Art is a section showing the goddess Hathor guiding Amenhotep and his family into the presence of gods. Other sections can be found at the Toledo Museum of Art and the Egyptian Museum in Berlin, Germany. Ancient Egyptian medicine was highly regarded, with doctors like Amenhotep enjoying prosperous careers. This print not only captures their devotion to religious practices but also serves as a testament to their significant role within society. Thanks to Bridgeman Images for preserving this remarkable piece through Fine Art Finder.
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