12th Dynasty Collection (#2)

Scarab: Floral Motif, Egypt, Middle Kingdom-Second Intermediate Period, Dynasties 12-17 (about 2055-1550 BCE)

Bead with Cartouche of Amenemhat, Egypt, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12 (about 1985-1773 BCE)

Necropole de l Ancienne Lycopolis, Haute-Egypte, 1849 / 51, printed 1852
Necropole de l Ancienne Lycopolis, Haute-Egypte, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 12 from the album " egypte, nubie, palestine et syrie" (1852)

Statue of Amenemhat III, c. 1859-1814 BC (granodiorite)
499523 Statue of Amenemhat III, c.1859-1814 BC (granodiorite) by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC); 51.2x19.8x18.4 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Wall Fragment from the Tomb of Amenemhet and His Wife Hemet
2969168 Wall Fragment from the Tomb of Amenemhet and His Wife Hemet, Middle Kingdom (limestone with pigment) by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC); 31.1x41.7x6.7 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago

Ancient Egyptians fishing and hunting birds (colour litho)
3626517 Ancient Egyptians fishing and hunting birds (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Egyptians fishing and hunting birds)

Ancient Egyptian herdsmen (colour litho)
3626519 Ancient Egyptian herdsmen (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Egyptian herdsmen. From a wall painting in a tomb of the 12th Dynasty)

Cairo: The Obelisk of Eliopolis, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Cairo: The Obelisk of Eliopolis, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Amenemhat III, Ancient Egyptian pharaoh of the 12th dynasty, 19th century BC (1926). Artist: Winifred Mabel Brunton
Amenemhat III, Ancient Egyptian pharaoh of the 12th dynasty, 19th century BC (1926). The sixth king of the 12th dynasty, Amenemhat III ruled from c1860 to c1814 BC

Gold and lapis lazuli Uraeus of Sesostris II from El-Lahun, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII. Goldsmithery. Gold and lapislazuli Uraeus of Sesostris II. From El-Lahun

Obelisk, Heliopolis, Egypt, c1890. Artist: Newton & Co
Obelisk, Heliopolis, Egypt, c1890. The oldest standing Ancient Egyptian obelisk in existence, the example at Heliopolis was erected by the 12th Dynasty Pharaoh Senusret I

Model Pikemen, Tomb of Mesehti, 12th Dynasty. Natives of the nome of Asiu, Egyptian Museum, Cairo

Lintel of Senusret III depicting the Pharaoh making offerings to the God Montu, 12th Dynasty
Lintel of Senusret III depicting the pharaoh making offerings to the God Montu, 19th century BC. Senusret III was the fifth pharaoh of the 12th Dynasty of Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egyptian tomb model, 22nd-19th century BC. The Ancient Egyptians believed that the deceased would have the same need for food

Great Sphinx of Amenemhat II, Ancient Egyptian. Amenemhat II was the third pharaoh of the Twelfth Dynasty of Ancient Egypt, ruling from 1929 until 1895 BC. From the Louvre Museum, Paris

An Ancient Obelisk at Matarea, Formerly Heliopolis, Egypt, 1801. Artist: Thomas Milton
An Ancient Obelisk at Matarea, Formerly Heliopolis, Egypt, 1801. The oldest standing Ancient Egyptian obelisk in existence

Stele of the chief of treasurers Khor, Ancient Egyptian, 19th century BC. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Wooden model showing bakers at work, Egyptian, 12th Dynasty, c1900 BC
Detail from painted wooden scene of two bakers, Egyptian, 12th Dynasty, c1900 BC. Models such as this were placed inside tombs

Pectoral showing the Pharaoh smiting his enemies, Egypt, 12th Dynasty, c19th century BC. The cartouche names Amenemhat III. From the Egyptian Museum, Cairo

Relief of the Pharaoh smiting his enemies, Temple sacred to Amun, Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt

Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons (Khonsu), Luxor, Egypt
Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons (Khonsu) the sacred triad of Thebes, Luxor, Egypt. The temple was built from the 12th Dynasty onwards including much by Amenhotep III and Rameses II

Heliopolis Obelisk, Egypt, 1878. Artist: Felix Bonfils
Heliopolis Obelisk, Egypt, 1878. The oldest standing Ancient Egyptian obelisk in existence, this example dates from the reign of the 12th Dynasty Pharaoh Senusret I, who ruled from 1971 to 1926 BC

Statue of Amenemhat III, 19th century BC. The sixth king of the 12th dynasty of Ancient Egypt, Amenemhat III ruled from c1860 to c1814 BC. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

EGYPT: BENI HASAN. Portico of a tomb at Beni Hasan, Egypt, built c1900 B. C. Photograph
EGYPT: BENI HASAN. Portico of a tomb at Beni Hasan, Egypt, built c1900 B.C. Photograph, c1850-1880

Panel detail with apotropaic eyes surmounting closed door, symbolizing transition to underworld
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII-XIII. Sarcophagus of Irinimenpu. Panel detail with apotropaic eyes surmounting a closed door that symbolizes transition to the underworld

Female head, from Lisht, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dinasty XII. Female head, from Licht

Stele of Treasurer Ty From Abydos
Egyptian civilization, Dynasty XII. Stele of Treasurer Ty. From Abydos

Egypt, Cairo, Necklace that belonged to Princess Khnumit, twelfth dynasty 20th-19th Century B.C. Egyptian Museum, Middle Kingdom, Egyptian art

Painted limestone stele depicting Senusret at his offering table
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII. Painted limestone stele depicting Senusret at his offering table

Egypt, Breastplate in gold and enamel, twelfth dynasty, Middle Kingdom 20th-18th Century B.C. Egyptian Museum, Egyptian art

Wooden model of fishing boats and net, detail
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII. Wooden model of fishing boats and net. Detail

Diorite statue of young Sesostris III from Medamud, detail of the head, Medamud, Dynasty XII
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XII. Diorite statue of young Sesostris III. From Medamud. Detail of the head

Funerary stele of Ibi, Master of the chamber at the royal palace The deceased before the funerary offerings At the top
Egyptian civilization, Dynasty XVIII 1900-1660 b.C. Funerary stele of Ibi, Master of the chamber at the royal palace. The deceased before the funerary offerings

Beni-Hasan Necropolis. Tomb of Amenemhat, detail: mural paintings depicting hunting scenes and country life
Egypt - Beni-Hasan Necropolis. Tomb of Amenemhat. Detail: mural paintings depicting hunting scenes and country life. Middle Kingdom

Funerary stele of Majordomo Khentekhtayaun, hieroglyphs reporting list of relatives of the deceased
Egyptian civilization, Dynasty XII. Funerary stele of Majordomo Khentekhtayaun. Detail: Hieroglyphs reporting list of the relatives of the deceased; on the right, symbols of the degree of kindred

Bronze and nielloed electrum crocodile figure, From Faiyum, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII, circa 1850 B. C
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII. Bronze and nielloed electrum crocodile figure, circa 1850 b.C. From Faiyum

Determinative hieroglyph for town and name of Abydos, from Sarcophagus of Irinimenpu
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII-XIII. Sarcophagus of Irinimenpu. Detail with determinative hieroglyph for " town" and the name of Abydos

Gold pectoral of Mereret from Dahshur, 1878-1798 b. c
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII - Gold pectoral of Mereret, 1878-1798 b.C. From Dahshur

Egypt, Esna, Temple of Khnum, Hypostyle hall with bell-shaped columns and architraves
Egypt - Esna - Temple of Khnum. Hypostyle hall. Detail of the bell-shaped columns and architraves

Egypt, Cairo, Heliopolis, obelisk of Sesostris I or Senusert I
Egypt - Cairo - Obelisk of Sesostris I or Senusert I at Heliopolis ruins

King Sesostris I with the God Ptah from Karnak, the tomb of Sesostris I, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dinasty XII. King Sesostris I with the God Pyah. From Karnak, the tomb of Sesostris I

Beni-Hasan Necropolis. Tomb of Khnumhotep III. Detail: mural painting depicting an Asiatic caravan. Middle Kingdom
Egypt - Beni-Hasan Necropolis. Tomb of Khnumhotep III. Detail: mural painting depicting an Asiatic caravan. Middle Kingdom

Stele of Senusret, Chief intendant treasurer
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII. Stele of Senusret, Chief intendant treasurer

Mirror of Sat-Hathor Yunet from Lahun
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty XII. Mirror of Sat-Hathor Yunet. From Lahun

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The 12th Dynasty, ruled by Amenemhat III, was a significant period in ancient Egyptian history. This era, which thrived during the 19th century BC, left behind remarkable artifacts that continue to captivate us today. One such artifact is the Temple of Re-Atum Obelisk from 1910. Standing tall and proud, it symbolizes the grandeur and power of this dynasty. Another exquisite piece is the Necklace of Princess Nefruptah, crafted with carnelian and Peldspar during the 12th Dynasty. Its intricate design reflects the artistic prowess of this era. The Stela of Amenemhat and Hemet provides a glimpse into their lives as it showcases their names engraved on stone—a testament to their existence in ancient Egypt's Middle Kingdom. The Amulet of a Female Sphinx further highlights the cultural significance attached to mythological creatures during Dynasties 11-13. Intriguingly, an Amulet of a Hippopotamus Head also emerges from this time period. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly ordinary animals held symbolic value in ancient Egyptian culture. Unguent Vessels were essential for storing precious oils and perfumes during both Dynasty 12 and Early Dynasty 18—an indication of how luxury played a role in daily life back then. Similarly, Eye of Horus (Wedjat) Amulets were believed to bring protection and good fortune to those who wore them. A Pendant with the Cartouche of Kheperkare (Sesostris I) showcases royal insignia associated with powerful pharaohs like Sesostris I—a representation of authority during this dynasty. Ointment Jars with Lids served practical purposes while displaying elegant craftsmanship simultaneously. Mortar and Pestles were vital tools used for grinding herbs or minerals—essential elements for various rituals or medicinal practices at that time.