This is an image we did not see in class; using what you know from class and the textbook; into which period of Egyptian history would this fit; and why? One or two sentences posted to blog, please.
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Based on what we've learned, it can be assumed that the piece shown comes from the Middle Kingdom. Egyptian art differs during that time because while figures, especially pharaohs, were idealized in work of the Old Kingdom, rulers during the Middle Kingdom were depicted more realistically (example: Senusret III). Essentially, facial expressions seemed somewhat saddened and overwhelmed with responsibilities, like the image displayed.
From the pieces that we have studied so far, I think that this sculpture of a head comes from the Middle Kingdom. It's safe to assume this because, like the Head of Senusret III, this head has a worried and less idealized look than the sculptures of the Old Kingdom.
From what we have studied so far it is safe to say that this comes from about the Middle Kingdom of each. this is because in the Old kingdom art was idealized hwile in the middle kingdom art was much more natural and realistic which is seen in the art. the face is depcited as overwhelmed or saddened.
Using what we've read in the textbook and learned in class, we can assume that this piece is from the Middle Kingdom. While Old Kingdom figures such as Khafre gaze into eternity confident and serene, this image shows a face that has an expression similar to the statue of Senusret III. The faces in both of these pieces seem emotionally drained and fatigued. They both have sunken eyes, drooping eyelids, and sternly set jaws.
From looking at the structure of the image, I would assume that this piece was created in the Middle Kingdom. Contrary to the Old Kingdom, the Middle Kingdom created realistic art with softer and more relaxed features (which is exemplified in the image given).
According to our past assignments and lessons, I would say that this piece of artwork is from the Middle Kingdom. Contrary to the popular idealized, God-like, statues of the Old Kingdom, this sculpture contains some human emotion, of almost a saddened face. The statues of the Middle Kingdom looked less like Gods, and more like people with everyday feelings.
From what we have already studied about Ancient Egypt, this piece is most likely from the Middle Kingdom. It is very similar to the Head of Senursret III which is from the 12th dynasty. Both figures show emotion, stress, and are more naturalistic in the sense that the person does not seem invincible; unlike in the Old Kingdom where the artists made the people unrealistic.
From what we've learned during class and read in the textbook, we can undoubtedly assume that this work was created during the time of the Middle Kingdom. We know this because during the Middle Kingdom, the faces were portrayed more realistically, rather than idealistically, like the Old Kingdom.
I think that this head is from the Middle Kingdom. In the Old Kingdom the statues of people were usually of kings an their faces tend to not have any expression at all. This head clearly has an expression, it looks worried or upset. So i believe that this head might be from the Middle Kingdom.
I think this image is from the Middle Kingdom. In the Old Kingdom the statues did not usually have any expression on their faces. in this image the face clearly has an expression. It looks worried or even angry. In Middle Kingdom the sculptures are not idealized because the expressions on his face.
based on what we learned in class, I can infer that this portrait was sculpted in Egypt during the middle kingdom. My inference is based upon my knowledge of the portrait of Senusret the III, a middle kingdom work, in which the subject depicted is not idolized. both of these pieces show emotion, not seen in the previous era.
Based on my knowledge gained thus far in Ancient Egyptian art, I believe this piece to be from the Middle Kingdom due to the emotions displayed in the sculpture. Unlike Old Kingdom art, in which the pharaohs were idealized and seemed eternal, the Middle Kingdom artists worked to show the rulers with human emotion. Like the Head of Senusret III, this sculpture shows a man who clearly has many important issues on his mind – his eyelids droop, he has lines under his eyes, and his mouth seems to be frowning. Thus, one can assume that this piece is from the Middle Kingdom.
Based on what i learned so far, I have come to the conclusion that this piece is from the Middle Kingdom. The reason why it is from the Middle Kingdom is that the ruler looks worried which would be based on the fact that many rulers ruled a short period during this turbulent time(example Senusret II). In addition, rulers during the Middle Kingdom were depicted more realistically. Such as the piece shown seems saddened and overwhelmed with responsibilities of running a nation.
From what we have learned, it is safe to assume that this piece is from the Middle Kingdom. This is because Middle Kingdom art is more realistic and less idealistic than than Old Kingdom art.
This piece of art was definitely made during Egypt’s Middle Kingdom. The Middle Kingdom tended to have a more naturalistic approach to their sculptures. The facial features of this sculpture are the opposite of idealistic. The man seems to have a relaxed look on his face. Another example of a naturalistic sculpture would be “The Seated Scribe.” Sculptures during the Old Kingdom are sculpted with a very “stiff” style. The sculpted individual (usually a pharaoh) would show no emotion and the body’s posture would be exactly up right.
It is most likely that this piece comes from the Middle Kingodom. This is because of the similarities in style and appearence to other pieces coming from this time. such as "THe HEad of Senusret III". Each piece looks naturalist and emotional, which is uncommon to any other period besides the Middle Kingdom.
Based on its appearance this piece is most likely from the Middle Kingdom. Similar to other works of the time, the face looks more realistic but also very solemn and concerned. During the Old Kingdom faces were much more idealized and showed little emotion.
From what we have learned it is safe to assume that this piece is from the Middle Kingdom. In the Old Kingdom pieces idealized the kings, however this piece is similar to Sensusret III since it shows real emotions that reflect the time.
From the information we know about Egyptian art, I'd say that this piece is from the Middle Kingdom. I think this because in the Middle Kingdom, pharaohs and other important figures are depicted in a more realistic form rather than idealized, like in the Statue of Khafre made in the Old Kingdom. This work shows a disheartened expression like the Head of Senusret III which is also from the Middle Kingdom.
Based on the descriptions of Egyptian art from the textbook and the notable pieces examined in class, it can be assumed that the sculpture is of Middle Kingdom origin. The face of this figure is far from idealized and can be compared to the worried expression on the sculpture of Pharaoh Senusret III. Both these figures present a certain realism, in sharp contrast with the "perfection" of Old Kingdom pieces. The Middle Kingdom was an often-turbulent time for Egyptian society, the worried expression of the figure may highlight this fact. Due to its nervous appearance and realistic portrayal, it can be assumed that the figure from the Middle Kingdom.
Based on the descriptions of Egyptian art from the textbook and the notable pieces examined in class, it can be assumed that the sculpture is of Middle Kingdom origin. The face of this figure is far from idealized and can be compared to the worried expression on the sculpture of Pharaoh Senusret III. Both these figures present a certain realism, in sharp contrast with the "perfection" of Old Kingdom pieces. The Middle Kingdom was an often-turbulent time for Egyptian society, the worried expression of the figure may highlight this fact. Due to its nervous appearance and realistic portrayal, it can be assumed that the figure from the Middle Kingdom.
Based on what we have learned, this piece is most likely from the Middle Kingdom. While rulers were often idealized as godlike figures in the Old Kingdom, in the New Kingdom they are portrayed much more realistically. In the piece, the subject looks very sad and depressed, suggesting a more human aspect. This type of facial expression would have never been found in a piece from the Old Kingdom
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