Torso of Nefertiti

Made of indurated limestone, this torso of Nefertiti was discovered in the remnants of the Sanctuary of the Great Aten Temple, possibly found within a pit just south of the temple, during the Petrie/Carter excavations, 1891–92.

The statue would have been a part of a double statue depicting Nefertiti alongside her husband, king Akhenaten, making offerings to the Aten.

Nefertiti wears a pleated garment with one breast exposed and cartouches are carved on her chest, and arms.

Summary:

Limestone upper torso of Nefertiti
New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty, c. 1352–1336 B.C.
From the remnants of the Great Temple of the Aten, pit outside southern wall, Petrie/Carter excavations, 1891–92
Met Museum. 21.9.4