Design Toscano King Akhenaton, Nefertiti and Daughters Stele Wall Sculpture

Nice size and weight. The rough edges are realistic. The quality of the painting is very nice.

XXXXX “[This] carved tablet, called a stele, replicates the original museum artwork in cold-cast resin before being hand-painted in the rich colors of the Egyptian palette.” The above comes from the seller’s website for this exquisite Egyptian wall sculpture. The seller, Design Toscano, is a good source for statues and other historical and antique replicas. This particular piece is a Design Toscano exclusive. The domestic scene depicted (dating back to circa 1350 BC) is painted on a stele. In Archeology, stele is spelled stela or stelae (pronounced “stee-la”). A stela is an upright stone slab that is often inscribed, carved, or painted. Hundreds of them have been discovered. They are the most important source of information for ancient Egyptian family connections, occupations, and funerary beliefs. The domestic scene painted on this stela shows the Pharaoh, King Akhenaten, Queen Nefertiti, and their two infant daughters. Akhenaten (who reigned circa 1352 to 1336 BC) inherited his throne from his father, King Amenhotep III. Initially, he too, was known as Amenhotep but his growing dedication to the sun god known as the “Disk of Aten” persuaded him to change his name to “Akhenaten” (meaning “Living Sprit of the Aten”). On this stela, the Disk of Aten shines down on the royal family. Note that Akhenaten’s god represented the light of the sun (as depicted on the stela by the sun beams) rather than the actual sun itself. I especially liked the vibrant colors and attention to details on this stela. Finally, I only have two minor quibbles that have nothing to do with this beautiful piece itself. First, Akhenaten’s name is unfortunately incorrectly spelled on Design Toscano’s website. Second, I did not receive a packing slip with my order. In conclusion, this is an exquisitely beautiful Egyptian piece. It is thus of little surprise that it is displayed at the Agyptiches Museum in Berlin! [(12” W X 8” H X 0.5” D); 1 lb; made in China] XXXXX

This wall plaque is one of the most beautiful art pieces that I have. The quality is excellent and the size is bigger than expected. I love the vibrant colors and the tiny details. Very safely packed.

I love the colors and fine gold details added to this replica. It’s already been a great conversation piece for my new condo. It was delivered quickly and well wrapped. I look forward to more new replicas of our ancient history.

I just received this piece in the mail. It is a stunning addition to my Egyptian collection of statues & other related items. Another great offering from Toscano. I have never been disappointed with any Toscano purchase.

This just came today, looks exactly like the picture! I have been shopping from Design Toscano since 2007 when I was 19. My first item was the Great Pyramid glass top table. You never seem to disappoint!

This item fit perfectly in an arrangement in my living room. Matched colors and nice texture.

Great! It's just as I expected. I couldn't be any happier with the purchase.

Nice, interesting item for those with select interests.

I highly recommend this piece! It has great detail and subtle coloration. It is heavy and substantial.

This stele is a perfect replica of the original on display at the Ägyptisches Museum in Berlin. Akhenaton dates from 1350 BCE. and this wall sculpture makes an excellent grouping with other Toscano Egyptian theme plaques. I am very pleased with it and highly recommend it to other Egyptophiles.