Head of Akhenaten
The head of Akhenaten refers to a sculpture or bust that depicts the face of Akhenaten, an Egyptian pharaoh who ruled during the 18th dynasty of the New Kingdom period, from approximately from 1570 BC to 1544 BC. The Egyptian pharaoh is known for his religious reforms, which included a shift towards monotheism and the worship of a single god, the Aten.
The head of Akhenaten is distinctive for its elongated and narrow features, including a long, thin face and neck, prominent cheekbones, and a pronounced jawline. The sculpture is believed to have been created during Akhenaten’s reign, and it is considered to be one of the most significant artistic representations of the pharaoh. Today, the head of Akhenaten is housed in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.