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The Feast of Nebamun: Dancing in Celebration

Reproduction of a scene from the tomb chapel of Nebamun in Thebes, c. 1350 BC.

About the Artwork

Reproduction of a scene from the tomb chapel of Nebamun in Thebes, c. 1350 BC.

Two women perform a graceful dance to entertain guests, surrounded by wine jugs adorned with floral garlands and grapevines—an enduring symbol of joy and prosperity in ancient celebrations.

Art Ref

DP116

Available to purchase as

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Greeting Card

Object Record

Object Type

Wall Painting

Materials

Limestone, Plaster, Pigment

Date

c. 1350 BC

Period

Dynasty 18, New Kingdom

Findspot

Tomb-Chapel of Nebamun, Theban Necropolis

Dimensions

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Current Location

British Museum

Object Number

EA37984

People Depicted

Nebamun

Deities Depicted

None

Animals Depicted

None

Themes

Celebration, Feasting

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