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Wall painting from the tombs of Beni Hasan in Middle Egypt

Title

Wall painting from the tombs of Beni Hasan in Middle Egypt

Creator

Steele, Lawrence E.

Date

1895-1914

Identifier

RDS_D0_652_0101

Subject

Mural painting and decoration, Egyptian

Description

Image of a wall painting from the tombs of Beni Hasan in Middle Egypt. The tombs are well-known for their detailed wall paintings, which depict scenes of daily life, military training, and various activities. The paintings provide valuable insights into the social, economic, and cultural aspects of ancient Egyptian society. The image specifically shows a series of wrestling scenes, which are a prominent feature in some of the tombs at Beni Hasan.

Rights

Copyright RDS Library & Archives. Publication, transmission or display is prohibited without formal written approval of the RDS Library & Archives.

Format

Glass slide

Type

Still image

Original Format

Glass slide

Collection

Lawrence E. Steele Collection

Citation

Steele, Lawrence E., “Wall painting from the tombs of Beni Hasan in Middle Egypt,” RDS Digital Archive, accessed December 5, 2025, https://digitalarchive.rds.ie/items/show/6418.

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