Offerings Made to the Deceased and his Wife, Tomb of Djehutyemheb 1279 BC

"Offerings Made to the Deceased and his Wife" is a 1279 BC wall painting from the Tomb of Djehutyemheb, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. It depicts a procession of figures carrying offerings for the deceased and his wife, seated in the upper right. This painting is a poignant example of Egyptian funerary art, highlighting the belief in an afterlife and the importance of providing sustenance for the deceased. The scene is filled with symbolic offerings, including food, flowers, and birds, representing the continuation of life in the afterlife. The painting is notable for its detailed and vibrant colors, highlighting the skill of the artist, Norman de Garis Davies.