Nemes Headdress Collection

Head of a Queen, Late Period (basalt)
GLS224043 Head of a Queen, Late Period (basalt) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); height: 15.8 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow, Scotland; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Head and upper torso of Seti I, New Kingdom 1303-1200 B. C. (granite)
1069241 Head and upper torso of Seti I, New Kingdom 1303-1200 B.C. (granite) by Egyptian 19th Dynasty (c.1292-1187 BC); 38.1x29.9x18.6 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

The Sphinx, dating from the reign of King Chephren, Old Kingdom
XIR204591 The Sphinx, dating from the reign of King Chephren, Old Kingdom and the dream stele of Tuthmosis IV (1419-1386 BC) New Kingdom (photo) by Egyptian 4th Dynasty (c.2613-2498 BC)

Amenhotep II (c. 1427-1392 BC) with an ankh being raised to his lips
XIR226539 Amenhotep II (c.1427-1392 BC) with an ankh being raised to his lips, from the sarcophagus chamber of his tomb, New Kingdom (painted limestone) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC)

Colossal statue of Ramesses II at Abu Simbel, 1850 (b / w photo)
STC223381 Colossal statue of Ramesses II at Abu Simbel, 1850 (b/w photo) by Du Camp, Maxime (1822-94); Private Collection; (add.info)

The back of the gold mask, from the Treasure of Tutankhamun (c
XIR228216 The back of the gold mask, from the Treasure of Tutankhamun (c.1370-1352 BC) New Kingdom, c.1340 BC (gold inlaid with semi-precious stones) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC)

Seated statue of King Djoser (2630-2611 BC) from the Mortuary Temple beside the Step
XIR68340 Seated statue of King Djoser (2630-2611 BC) from the Mortuary Temple beside the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara

Large sphinx, from Tanis (pink granite)
XIR104689 Large sphinx, from Tanis (pink granite) by Egyptian, Old Kingdom (c.2613-2181 BC); 480x115x183 cm; Louvre, Paris

Sculptors model of a king, possible Ptolemy I or II (limestone)
FIT282588 Sculptors model of a king, possible Ptolemy I or II (limestone) by Egyptian Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BC); height: 11 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Horemheb and Hathor, from the Tomb of Horemheb (c. 1323-1295 BC
ANC218341 Horemheb and Hathor, from the Tomb of Horemheb (c.1323-1295 BC) New Kingdom (wall painting) (detail of 218340) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Valley of the Kings, Thebes

The innermost coffin of the king, from the Tomb of Tutankhamun (c
XBP341877 The innermost coffin of the king, from the Tomb of Tutankhamun (c.1370-1352 BC) New Kingdom (gold inlaid with semi-precious stones) (for detail see 343642)

Shabti figure, New Kingdom (painted wood)
WLT218466 Shabti figure, New Kingdom (painted wood) by Egyptian 19th Dynasty (c.1292-1187 BC); 22.5x5.65 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

Horemheb and Anubis, from the Tomb of Horemheb (c. 1323-1295 BC
ANC218342 Horemheb and Anubis, from the Tomb of Horemheb (c.1323-1295 BC) New Kingdom (wall painting) (detail of 218343) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Valley of the Kings, Thebes

Horemheb and Hathor, from the Tomb of Horemheb (c. 1323-1295 BC
ANC218340 Horemheb and Hathor, from the Tomb of Horemheb (c.1323-1295 BC) New Kingdom (wall painting) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Valley of the Kings, Thebes

The gold mask, from the Treasure of Tutankhamun (c. 1370-52 BC) c
XIR184085 The gold mask, from the Treasure of Tutankhamun (c.1370-52 BC) c.1340 BC (gold inlaid with semi-precious stones) (see 179987 for opposite side) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC)

Statue of Sesostris III (1887-49 BC) as a young man (diorite)
SCP50759 Statue of Sesostris III (1887-49 BC) as a young man (diorite) by Egyptian, Middle Kingdom (2040-1640 BC); height: 119.5 cm; Louvre, Paris

Statue of Khafre (2520-2494 BC) enthroned, from the Valley Temple of the Pyramid of
XIR68319 Statue of Khafre (2520-2494 BC) enthroned, from the Valley Temple of the Pyramid of Khafre at Giza, Old Kingdom, c.2540-2505 BC (diorite) (see also 68328)

Seated statue of Amenophis IV (Akhenaten), New Kingdom, c
XIR242831 Seated statue of Amenophis IV (Akhenaten), New Kingdom, c.1375-1354 BC (steatite) (b/w photo) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); height: 64 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; Egyptian

Horemheb and Isis, from the Tomb of Horemheb (c. 1323-1295 BC) New Kingdom (wall painting)
ANC218339 Horemheb and Isis, from the Tomb of Horemheb (c.1323-1295 BC) New Kingdom (wall painting) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Valley of the Kings, Thebes

Shabti figure of the king from the Tomb of Tutankhamun (c
XIR197874 Shabti figure of the king from the Tomb of Tutankhamun (c.1370-1352 BC) New Kingdom (painted wood) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); 53.2x15.5 cm; Egyptian National Museum, Cairo

Statue of Khafre (2520-2494 BC) enthroned, from the Valley Temple of the Pyramid of
XIR68328 Statue of Khafre (2520-2494 BC) enthroned, from the Valley Temple of the Pyramid of Khafre at Giza, Old Kingdom, c.2540-2505 BC (diorite) (see also 68319)

Portrait head of Sesostris III (1878-43 BC) from a sphinx, Middle Kingdom, c
XAM91795 Portrait head of Sesostris III (1878-43 BC) from a sphinx, Middle Kingdom, c.1850 BC (diorite) by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC); 21.9x33.2x32.1 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Bust of a Roman Emperor as a pharaoh (marble)
SCP50871 Bust of a Roman Emperor as a pharaoh (marble) by Egyptian, Roman Period (c.30 BC - AD 337); height: 28 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; Egyptian, out of copyright

Large Sphinx, from Tanis (granite)
SCP50761 Large Sphinx, from Tanis (granite) by Egyptian, Old Kingdom (c.2613-2181 BC); 183x480x154 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: inscribed with names of Amenmenhat II)

Horemheb and Anubis, from the Tomb of Horemheb (c. 1323-1295 BC
ANC218343 Horemheb and Anubis, from the Tomb of Horemheb (c.1323-1295 BC) New Kingdom (wall painting) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Valley of the Kings, Thebes

Relief depicting Horemheb (c. 1323-1295 BC) before Horus, from his tomb
XIR226538 Relief depicting Horemheb (c.1323-1295 BC) before Horus, from his tomb, New Kingdom (painted limestone) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Valley of the Kings, Thebes

The head of Seti I (r. 1294-1279 BC) from the Tomb of Seti, New Kingdom (wall painting)
XIR211942 The head of Seti I (r.1294-1279 BC) from the Tomb of Seti, New Kingdom (wall painting) by Egyptian 19th Dynasty (c.1292-1187 BC); Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt; Egyptian

Statuette of a sphinx of King Tuthmosis III, New Kingdom, c
PWI107956 Statuette of a sphinx of King Tuthmosis III, New Kingdom, c.1490-1439 BC (bronze inlaid with gold) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); 7.8x3.85x8.85 cm; Louvre, Paris

Statue of Queen Makare Hatshepsut (1503-1482 BC) holding two vases containing offerings
XIR68321 Statue of Queen Makare Hatshepsut (1503-1482 BC) holding two vases containing offerings of wine and milk, taken from the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahri, New Kingdom

The gold mask, from the Treasure of Tutankhamun (c. 1370-52 BC) c
XIR179987 The gold mask, from the Treasure of Tutankhamun (c.1370-52 BC) c.1340 BC (gold inlaid with semi-precious stones) (see 184085 for opposite side) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC)

Italy, Turin, Portrait of royal figure with Nemes headdress, Green-grey schist Egyptian art, 4th century B.C. Hellenistic period, Reign of Ptolemy II, Museo Egizio (Egyptian Museum)

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"Unveiling the Majesty of Ancient Egypt: A Glimpse into the Enigmatic Nemes Headdress" Head of a Queen, Late Period (basalt): Adorned with the iconic nemes headdress, this regal headpiece symbolizes power and authority, worn by queens who ruled over ancient Egypt. Head and upper torso of Seti I, New Kingdom 1303-1200 B. C. (granite): The intricate details carved on this colossal statue reveal Seti I wearing the nemes headdress as a testament to his royal lineage and divine connection. The Sphinx, dating from the reign of King Chephren, Old Kingdom: With its enigmatic expression and majestic nemes headdress framing its face, the Sphinx stands as an enduring symbol of Egyptian civilization's grandeur. Amenhotep II (c. 1427-1392 BC) with an ankh being raised to his lips: This captivating depiction showcases Amenhotep II donning the distinguished nemes headdress while engaging in a sacred ritual that represents life and eternity. Colossal statue of Ramesses II at Abu Simbel, 1850 (b/w photo): Towering above all else is Ramesses II immortalized in stone wearing the distinctive nemes headdress – a striking representation of pharaonic might etched into history. The back of the gold mask from the Treasure of Tutankhamun: As we marvel at Tutankhamun's golden burial mask adorned with lapis lazuli eyes, let us not forget how it harmoniously integrates with his royal blue nemes headdress – epitomizing royalty beyond measure. Seated statue of King Djoser (2630-2611 BC) from Mortuary Temple beside Step Pyramid: Preserved through time is Djoser seated majestically wearing his intricately patterned nemes headdress, a testament to his divine authority as the pharaoh.