Sennedjem and Iineferti in the Fields of Iaru 1295 BC
charleskwilkinson
toned paper
water colours
muted colour palette
animal
collage layering style
handmade artwork painting
paste-up
egypt
men
watercolour bleed
watercolour illustration
cartoon carciture
watercolor
arm
"Sennedjem and Iineferti in the Fields of Iaru" is a facsimile of an ancient Egyptian tomb painting, created in 1295 BC. This artwork, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts the couple Sennedjem and Iineferti enjoying the bounty of the afterlife, specifically the "Fields of Iaru," a paradise described in ancient Egyptian mythology. The artwork's vivid colors and intricate details showcase the skill of ancient Egyptian artists, and offer a glimpse into their beliefs about the afterlife and the importance of agriculture. This painting, a 1:2 scale reproduction, is a testament to the enduring power of ancient Egyptian art and its continued fascination for modern audiences.
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