Standing figure of a woman, carved in wood, with traces of painting; found
at Deir; a fine example of carving in Dynasty XII. An inscription on the
base may be read: “Funerary offerings, beef, fowl (?), things (?), good
and pure for the honorable Kai.” Doubtless a portrait statue. The pose,
with one foot advanced and the arms held stiffly at the sides, is a
familiar one in Egyptian art. Note costume details: the thick wig and the
tight dress supported by two shoulder straps.
[Goddess Neith, Bronze Dynasty XXVI]