Head of a King, possibly Amememhat IV, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12 (?), ca. 1814–1805 B.C. suggested, From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht North, Pyramid Temple of Amenemhat I, east, Pit 412, debris above burial chamber, 1907–08, Limestone, h. 14 cm (5 1/2 in), This small royal head is not easy to place in the history of Middle Kingdom art. The face is certainly reminiscent of images created late in the reign of Amenemhat III, but such resemblances are seen in many royal portraits created throughout late Dynasty 12 and Dynasty 13
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