Unearthed in Egypt’s Dahshur necropolis, a 4,300-year-old tomb offers a vibrant glimpse into daily life during the Old Kingdom. The colorful paintings found within depict scenes like donkeys threshing grain, bustling markets, and ships navigating the Nile.
This discovery, a result of a joint Egyptian-German mission, sheds light on artistic practices and daily routines of the era. Dating to the late 5th or early 6th Dynasty (around 2,300 BCE), the vibrant paintings are a rare find in the Dahshur area.
“The pictures provide valuable evidence of the artistic style in the capital region during the late Old Kingdom,” said expedition leader Stephan Seidlmayer.
Inscriptions reveal Seneb-nebef’s role in royal palace administration and Idut’s titles as Priestess of Hathor and Lady of the Sycamore.
For decades, the German Archaeological Institute Cairo has excavated at Dahshur, initially focusing on pyramids. Recent efforts have uncovered the tombs of important figures like Seneb-nebef, providing a window into the lives of those who served the pharaohs.
Archaeologists will continue excavating the site, searching for more secrets. Cleaning and documenting the tomb and its inscriptions are also planned.
