NefertitiEgyptian queen, chief wife of the Pharaoh Akhenaten. It is believed that Nefertiti was active in the religious and cultural changes initiated by her husband. She also had the position as a priest, and she was a devoted worshipper of the god Aten. Nefertiti's high position was changed dramatically in the 12th year of Akhenaten's reign, when the couple's daughter took her position as chief wife. Altogether, she had six daughters. What Nefertiti now is remembered for, is the painted limestone bust depicting her, one of the greatest works of art of the pre-modern world. |
