The Statue of Queen Tiye

 The Statue of Queen Tiye




 The Statue of Queen Tiye dates back to the 18th Dynasty (around 1350 B.C.), during the reign of her husband, Amenhotep III, and her son, Akhenaten. The statue shows Queen Tiye either seated or standing, with intricate details reflecting her royal status. It is made from gilded wood or limestone, showcasing the craftsmanship of the era. Several of her statues were found at Tell el-Amarna and other sites, and some are now displayed in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. The statue represents her powerful influence in ancient Egyptian politics and religion, where she played a key role during a time of religious and political change

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