Tomb of Nebamun (TT 179)

Image

Description:
Abbreviation of falcon on standard (R13)
Phonogram:
Sign No.:
R14
Date:
18th DynastyNew Kingdom
Type:
Tomb
Provenance:
El-Khokha, Thebes

Technique

Appearance:
FinishedPolychromeRelief
Colors:
BlueRedWhiteYellow
Stylistic notes:
The sign shows a symbolic standard meaning the West (Imnt). It is a combination of three signs: the t loaf (X1) in the center, an ostrich feather (H6) on top, and the two ends of a cloth (sign S29) hanging from the loaf.
Color notes:
The t loaf sign in the center is blue, the cloth hanging from it is red, the feather on top is white with red stripes, its stem is yellow and its outline is red.
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Image source:
South Khokha Project, Hungarian Archaeological Mission