Ceiling on the North Side of the Transverse Hall of Nakht's Offering Chapel 1410 BC

This 1:1 scale drawing by Norman de Garis Davies depicts the ceiling of Nakht's offering chapel. The ceiling is covered in intricate geometric patterns of diamonds, squares, and zigzags in shades of blue, red, green, and yellow. The patterns are arranged in two distinct rows, with a thin band of yellow separating them. This ceiling decoration, dating to 1410 BC, is a testament to the sophisticated artistic skills of ancient Egyptian craftsmen, showcasing their talent for geometric design and color theory. The artwork, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the decorative elements of ancient Egyptian tombs and their rich symbolic meaning.