Granite head of Amenemhat III
The colossal granite head of Amenemhat III (c. 1854–1808 BC) is a 12th Dynasty masterpiece, often in granodiorite or greywacke, showcasing a realistic, sombre, and intense portrait of the king. Found at Tell Basta and now in the British Museum (EA1063), it features a broad face, heavy eyelids, diagonal muscles under the lips, and a powerful, almost brutal expression
Pharaonic collections emphasize kingship, ritual practice, and funerary beliefs across multiple dynasties.
Period: c. 1854–1808 BC. Origin: egypt.
Pharaonic objects preserve key evidence for royal ideology, funerary theology, and temple-centered ritual systems. Their inscriptions and iconography remain primary sources for reconstructing ancient Egyptian governance and belief.