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Menkaure, the Egyptian King whose sculpture dates back to 2490-2472 BCE, was the son of Khafre. Under him, the three great pyramids of Giza were built. The pyramid that is named after him is the smallest and the last pyramid to have been built there.

 Menkaure and His Queen (shown in the image below) are depicted in an Egyptian sculpture that highlights their idealized forms. The sculpture was found in Menkaure’s temple and the Queen is most probably Khamerernebtry II. The figures exemplify traits such as dignity and tranquility. The couple’s figures are close in size and are brought together by the stone that they stand on. The similar size between both sculptures symbolizes equality. The Queen demonstrates an embrace by gesturing towards the king. Her body's curves are revealed under a customary fitting garment.

Her arm wraps around his torso and her left hand sits on the King's arm. Traditional Egyptian ideals are represented by the King’s figure; he is shown as being athletic. He bears the symbols of the royal head cloth and kilt. Both figures are balanced and the king’s fists are shown clenched. Despite the Queen’s symbolic gesture of embrace, the king still exemplifies power and stability.

It is significant to note that the king is shown as taking a large step forward, leading his Queen ahead. She also takes a step, yet it is smaller than his-following him.

Page Made By: Nicole Saca, Period 4

Resources and Image Used 1.http://arthistoryresources.net/menkaure/images/menkaure.jpg 2.[|http://ehistory.osu.edu/world/PeopleView.cfm?PID323] 3. Art History Fourth Edition by Marilyn Stokstad and Michael W. Cothren