Doorway of King Amenemhat I
GEM 9590

Doorway of King Amenemhat I

This monumental doorway is attributed to King Amenemhat I, the founder of Egypt’s 12th Dynasty and a key figure in establishing the Middle Kingdom, around 1985–1956 BCE. It was originally part of a construction project in the eastern Delta region, near Tell el-Dab’a (ancient Avaris)—a strategically important area for Egyptian interests in trade, mining, and defense, especially with routes leading to Sinai and the Levant. Amenemhat I came to power following the end of the First Intermediate Period, a time of political fragmentation and regional rule. As a former vizier, he understood the importance of strong centralized governance and invested heavily in public works, religious foundations, and border fortifications. The d ... Découvrez plus avec Premium !
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