This plaque originates from the Old Kingdom, 5th dynasty of ancient Egypt, with approximate dating from 2458-2446 B.C. The limestone relief features two composed scenes. In the first scene, a warrior, distinguishable by his enforcement of muscular physicality and donned in a leopard-skin garment, holds a fan-shaped battle-axe. His attire and weaponry allude to his high rank in military society. Two attendants, leaner and less significantly dressed, appear on either side of the warrior.
The following design depicts King Sahure of the Nile's 5th dynasty, seated on a decorated throne and accompanied by a figure equipped with a was-scepter, a symbol of divine power. Sahure is dressed in a short kilt with an attached ceremonial bull's tail, probably signaling his status, and wears a Nemes headdress a folded blue-striped cloth with a protective cobra figure embedded on the forehead.
Despite evident signs of damage, the attention to detail on attire and weaponry showcase the artistry of the Old Kingdom period. The popular use of limestone and applied relief technique align with the typical aesthetics of that time. Despite its fragmented condition, cohesive narratives are still apparent within each scene.
