Tomb of Sennufer
Title
Tomb of Sennufer
Date
c.1427-1400 BCE
Identifier
1753
Alternative Title or Name
Tomb of the Vines
Work Type
visual works
Work Location
Egypt (nation)
Thebes (deserted settlement)
Style/Period
Eighteenth Dynasty (Egyptian)
Subject
tombs
Sennefer
frescoes (paintings)
Description
View of paintings on interior tomb walls of Sennefer, an 18th Dynasty nobleman. "The burial-place of Sennefer is known as the Tomb of the Vines. This is because of its most distinctive feature - the ceiling of the main chamber is left irregular, painted over with bunches of grapes. The effect makes viewers feel they are looking up under the canopy of a cool vineyard. It is no surprise that Sennefer's proudest title is that of Overseer of the Gardens of Amun ... Sennefer, whose other title is Mayor of Thebes, is shown on the pillars of his tomb wearing an amulet in the form of a double heart, inscribed with the name of his sovereign. This indicates his loyalty to his king, and his position as a royal favourite,"--BBC History website.
Reproduction Type
jpeg
Copyright Statement
©2013 Lawrence Technological University. These images may be used for personal or educational purposes. They are not available for commercial purposes without the explicit permission of LTU.
ID Number
A1EGTHE2-81450BI49B1
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