King Menkaura and Queen is a sculpture from ancient Egypt that depicts the pharaoh Menkaura and his queen. It was created during the Old Kingdom period, around 2490-2472 BCE.
Old Kingdom: The Old Kingdom refers to the period in ancient Egyptian history (2686-2181 BCE) when monumental architecture, such as pyramids, were built.
Pharaoh: A pharaoh was the title given to the rulers of ancient Egypt who were considered divine figures with absolute power.
Sculpture: Sculpture is an art form that involves creating three-dimensional objects by carving or shaping materials such as stone, wood, or metal.
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