Statue of Rawer

Statue of Rawer
Statue of Rawer
Statue of Rawer
Statue of Rawer

GEM Number

1162

Collection

Main Galleries

Period

Old Kingdom

Dynasty

5

Description

This limestone statue was found in the serdab (hidden room) of the mastaba tomb (D 29) of Rawer at Saqqara. Rawer held important titles that linked him to the priesthood and administration in Dynasty 5. His titles included: priest of Horus, lector priest and director of the palace. He is depicted with his left leg forward, his arms by his sides. He wears a short curly wig and a short kilt. His name and titles are carved on the base next to his feet.

Region
Memphis
Area
Saqqara
Limestone

Height

93 cm

Width

25 cm

Length

45.5 cm