Menna and Henuttawi are seated on two different colour chairs, his being black, both resting on a reed mat. Both of their faces have been removed. Above the couple, the text states: "May everything which comes forth in presence of all the gods which are in Neterkhert (the other world) be for the Ka of the scribe of the estate of the Lord of the Two Lands, [Menn]a." This is follow by: "His sister, lady of the house, chantress [of Amon], Henuttawi.". Part of the name 'Menna' and the 'Amon' after chantress have been destroyed. Menna is clothed as in most of the other scenes and decorated with a broad necklace and arm bracelets. In one hand he holds the stem of an umbel of lotus from which he breathes the perfume. His wife is in her usual attire, with a broad necklace but with no arm decoration. She affectionately wraps her left arm around his back, whilst holding his upper right arm with her right hand. In front of them is a single pillared table laden ...

eight offering bearers walk towards two pedestals piled with provisions. These men carry lotus blossoms, fowl, a calf, a jar, and possibly vessels of food. They approach two tall pedestals laden with provisions: fowl, meat, breads, vegetables, and fruits. On the floor next to them are two large vessels on the left (probably wine jars) and tall pointed cones of incense, on bowls, to the right. Three of the bearers have been badly damaged. Indicated by the red flames rising from the top of the two alters, these appear to be burnt offerings. On the right-hand side, a man seems to be attending the process by aid of a small dish or spoon which he holds in his hands. Such things were used to pour incense on burnt offerings. Opposite him, the first of the men who bring the offerings places a haunch of meat on the top of the pile on the left altar. It should be noted that the five men on the right have the shaven skull or perhaps their hair is hidden by a skullcap. The two on the far left (the...

at first seem strangely out of sequence, because the crop is ripe and has not yet been harvested. The reason for it taking place at this time would be to ascertain the portion of the crop which would belong to the estate of Amon. In total there are five scribes, which include the two scribes on the left (see image above, in the offering section, the front-most of the two is also to the left in the image above), next to the offerings. The others are positioned along the measuring rope, identified by their clothing. Towards the middle of the rope two scribes stand next to each other and it is difficult, at first glance, to see both of them. All of these scribes would belong to the records office and be responsible for the taxation of the land. It can be assumed that those nearest the offerings are of a higher rank as they are shown holding their staff of office. All the scribes wear a pleated kilt over a tripartite kilt, with a semi-transparent, short sleeved shirt and all hold their scr...

the offerings are in two piles. The upper one consisting of three pedestal tables piled with fruits (grapes, dates or figs) and on top of each pile is a bunch of lotus blooms and buttons. At the level of the pedestal legs, which rest on a single representing the floor, are bunches of dates. The lower group, which rests on a reed mat, is displayed in two levels. At the base, from the left, are three red containers, then two white baskets of red fruit and finally a woven basket of blue fruit. Above these, possibly on a large flat tray, is a curved dish containing two plucked birds, above which is another dish with two large white eggs, to the right of which are two green vegetables. Next to the birds are two bowls with lids of the same form, on top of which is a small papyrus reed mat supporting two blue-green fish with red fins and tail. To the right of the lower offerings, and overlapping the legs of the two scribes of the next scene, is a kneeling man, his head almost touching the gro...

The measurement of the grain. Here the wheat, processed to the right, is measured and recorded by an amazing number of scribes, eight in total, three standing on the left, the others on the right, one sitting on top of a pile of grain and the other four depicted behind the pile. All of these scribes are dressed as Menna in his shelter, a shoulder-length wig and clothed in a semi-transparent robe with short-sleeves, under which is a kilt, folded across at the front, although the front of the kilt isn't obvious on the scribes located on the right. All hold their scribal materials, which were probably stored in the chest shown at the top of the scene. Only one of the scribes has suffered damage, the one at top right. At the centre are two piles of wheat, the one on the right being distinctly larger than the other, large and solid enough for one scribe to sit on top of it. Four men, all stooping side-by-side, wearing a skullcap and a white loincloth, fill measuring containers. What the...

It represents the winnowing of the wheat, which is executed by nine agriculturists. They are all dressed in short white kilts and all wear a scarf hiding their hair. Two groups of three stand on either side assisted by three others who work in the middle. The men of the outer groups each hold a pair of scoops, with which they toss the chaff and grain, obtained from the piles at the side of them. The chaff, being lighter, flies away, whilst the heavier grain fall to the ground. The three men in the middle, with brushes in their hands, move the dust and straw, leaving the grain. Behind the left middle worker is a pair of scoops, perhaps he does both jobs. https://cairoprivatetoursonline.com/ https://egyptcitytour.com/ https://egyptraveluxe.com/ https://egyptraveluxe.co.uk/ https://egyptnilecruises.net/ https://egyptlocalguide.com/ https://egyptfemaletourguide.com/ https://egyptcitytours.com/ https://egyptcitytour.com/

Menna stands in a pavilion/shelter constructed of reeds. He overlooks all of the work which takes place in front of him. It should be noted that although his title and name: "Scribe of the Lord of the Two Lands, Menna", located within the shelter, are undamaged, his face has however been destroyed. He wears a shoulder-length wig and is clothed in a semi-transparent robe with short-sleeves, under which he has a kilt which is folded across at the front. In his left hand he holds his staff of office, whilst with the other he holds the usual folded piece of white cloth. A servant stands, bending slightly forwards, in front of the shelter placing two dark red vessels, possibly containing wine or water for his master to drink. He is represented with a naked upper torso, wearing only a white kilt. His age is emphasised by his grey hair, balding slightly at the front, and his emphasised overweight shown by the bulge of his stomach extending over his belt.  the treading of the wheat o...

the offerings are presented to Menna by a group of seven officials, probably the owners of the fields, recognisable by their short-sleeved pink (or possibly semi-transparent) shirts, their pointed kilts and short wigs. They stand respectfully in two groups of two and a final group of three. All bend slightly as a sign of submission. Their offerings , placed in front of Menna, include, from bottom to top, four baskets of fruits on top of which is a green gourd, five ovoid jars, a goblet filled with fruits (the colour now almost lost), three green plants, and at the top three yellow birds and two groups of geese. Behind the officials can be seen the chariot of Menna, harnessed to a white horse with red markings. The horse has four reigns attached, from which, although not obvious, it may be assumed that there are in fact two horses. The reigns are held by the man standing behind the chariot, wearing a short wig and dressed in a white loincloth, keeping the horse/s under control. The body...

Here is located Menna, seated on a folding stool with the top covered by an animal skin. The seat rests on a reed mat. Above and behind Menna, the text states: "Enjoying himself with the work of the fields, by the great confidant of the Lord of the Two Lands, in [his] wish [……] the eyes of the King in every place, Overseer of the estate [of Amon, Men]na, justified before the great god." Here he carries out his official position with his staff of office in his left hand and a folded piece of cloth in the other. His face and several portions of the text have been destroyed. As usual, he is dressed in a long semi-transparent garment over a short white pleated kilt, with the end of the long sash-belt hanging down the side of the stool. He is adorned with a broad necklace and wrist-bracelets. https://cairoprivatetoursonline.com/ https://egyptcitytour.com/ https://egyptraveluxe.com/ https://egyptraveluxe.co.uk/ https://egyptnilecruises.net/ https://egyptlocalguide.com/ https://egyp...

 men carrying the harvest, is another tree which fills the height of the sub-register. This marks the end of the crop area. A black goatskin hangs from one its branches. At the foot of the tree are seated two men, each on a stool, both wearing a wig and short kilt. The one on the left appears to have fallen asleep with his elbow resting on his knee. The other reclines against the tree, playing a flute. The kilt of the flute player is pleated. The final scene has been restricted by the available space. Two men spread sheaves of wheat a threshing floor from the large piles on either side of them. The two men, each wearing only a kilt and provided with a long fork, prepare the area for threshing the harvest. They are overlooked by their supervisor, represented with quite a paunch, easily visible above his kilt. He supports himself with a long staff and has the heel of front foot raised, possibly suggesting that he is handicapped. https://cairoprivatetoursonline.com/ https://egyptcityt...

 men doing the harvesting, are two pairs of men carrying two large nets, containing the crop, suspended from a long pole which rests on their shoulders. They walk towards the threshing area which forms the end (right) scene of this sub-register. Each of the men wears only a brief garment. These are very special, with an design looking like feathers (a reminder of the Rishi coffins) and a small flat white front piece with a scalloped lower edge. Between the two sets of bearers stands a younger person, facing the left-most pair . Due to the paler colour of the skin, this is probably a girl. She wears a long skirt and a head scarf which hides her hair. She holds a small vessel to her chest, probably containing water. Under the net of the left pair, a young boy, totally unclothed, picks up grain which has been dropped. Under the net of the right-hand pair (see image right) are two small girls dressed in a similar way to those in the lower sub-register, one of whom was pulling a thorn f...

T he group of eight harvesters bend, sickle in  and, in order to cut the sheaves of wheat, although the third from the left is busy having a drink of water, the upper part of his image is lost. Facing him stands a woman, indicated by her long skirt and pink upper garment, holding on her shoulder a woven basket. She probably brought to him the water container. In the middle is a young child, clothed in only a slim belt, although what he holds is unknown due to damage. Only the top of the wheat is cut in order to leave the stubble for grazing, which will be the last stage of the harvest. Above the harvesters are six trees, shown in a smaller scale, giving an effect of perspective, possibly to show the far extent of the field. On the branches of the first two trees, on the left, in front of the larger scale tree, are again visible nests with eggs, whilst a bird can be seen taking flight between the two . At the foot of the third, from which hang some pods (possibly a carob tree ...

Menna attends the gathering of the crop. He is represented inside a kiosk, seated on a folding stool, with his feet resting on a small pad. In his left hand he holds his staff of office and in the other he holds a folded piece of cloth. Facing him is a servant wearing a white kilt, holding the front column of the kiosk with his right hand. In the other he holds a yellow container. Behind him is a tree with its branches laden with fruit. The tree also contains nests which include eggs or chicks. Two large boxes, of different shape, have been placed at the bottom of the tree. To the right, standing at the other side of the tree, is a scribe (his palette is in his left hand). He is in command of the workers who are occupying the rest of the register, men carry out work in the field, harvesting the crop. https://cairoprivatetoursonline.com/ https://egyptcitytour.com/ https://egyptraveluxe.com/ https://egyptraveluxe.co.uk/ https://egyptnilecruises.net/ https://egyptlocalguide.com/ https://...