Silk Satin Scarf - Painted Relief of a Woman from the Tomb of Nomarch Djehutyhotep (detail)

Silk satin
Dimensions: 87 x 150cm
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Originally shown leading a procession, this woman was a member of provincial governor (nomarch) Djehutyhotep’s family, perhaps his sister. Her tight sheath dress adorned with a full set of jewellery probably mirror items she wore in life. The diadem placed over a wig and the broad collar with matching bracelets and anklets all reflect trends of the time.

Painted relief of a woman from the tomb of nomarch Djehutyhotep 12th Dynasty, rein of Senusret III, about 1874–1855 BCE, Egypt, Deir el-Bersha © The Trustees of the British Museum