Hounds from Nubia, Tomb of Rekhmire 1479 BC

"Hounds from Nubia" is a facsimile of a wall painting from the tomb of Rekhmire, an Egyptian official who lived during the 18th Dynasty (1550–1292 BC). The painting, created around 1479 BC, depicts a group of four hounds, likely of Nubian origin, walking in a line. It is a vivid example of the ancient Egyptians' appreciation for animals and their depiction in art. The painting, now at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, was documented by Nina de Garis Davies, a renowned British Egyptologist who specialized in tomb painting. The scene is painted in the characteristic Egyptian style, with flat colors and minimal shading, showcasing the artist's skillful rendering of the animals' forms and their movement.