standing statue of Tuthmosis III

standing statue of Tuthmosis III-The king can be seen here standing in the conventional pose, wearing a kilt tied with a belt in which the royal cartouche can be seen. He wears the White Crown of Upper Egypt, with a uraeus at his forehead. His face is young, with almond eyes, a large nose, and a finely carved mouth, which bears a slight smile. His body is strong and idealistic, with his arms close by his sides, each hand gripping a folded cloth. His left leg can be seen striding forward, while his feet stand upon the nine bows, which represent the enemies of Egypt. The hieroglyphic inscription on the base refers to Akh-Menu (festival hall) at Karnak Temple - an area of the temple built under Tuthmosis III. cairo egyptian museum-standing statue of Tuthmosis III-JE 38234-CEM-27 08 09 014- schist; H. 2m; 18th Dynasty; New Kingdom; Karnak Temple, Luxor; Ground Floor, Room 12