Framed Hand-Painted Egyptian Papyrus King Tutankhamun and Queen Ankhesenamun in a Traditional Royal Hunting Scene by Khedn

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This artwork is a hand-painted papyrus depicting a classic scene of King Tutankhamun and Queen Ankhesenamun hunting birds. The art … Read more This artwork is a hand-painted papyrus depicting a classic scene of King Tutankhamun and Queen Ankhesenamun hunting birds. The art inside the frame is approx. 13"X10".

Artwork DetailsScene: The young pharaoh is shown drawing his bow while his wife, Ankhesenamun, kneels before him, offering support and holding arrows. They are surrounded by natural motifs like papyrus stalks and rising birds, symbolizing royal power over nature.

Artist: The signature Khedr (often appearing as "Khedn" due to the cursive style) refers to Mohamed Khedr, a renowned Egyptian papyrus artist whose family has been producing traditional hand-painted art for over 60 years.

Historical Context: This particular scene is a replica based on imagery found on the Little Golden Shrine discovered in Tutankhamun's tomb (KV62) in the Valley of the Kings.Authenticity & CharacteristicsMaterial: Authentic pieces by Khedr are hand-painted on genuine Cyperus papyrus, rather than cheaper alternatives like banana fiber. See less