IGN112

IGN112

Tomb IGN112 is located on the southern side of the main massif of the AlAhmar necropolis and faces south. Positioned about 4 meters above ground level, the facade is marked by a horizontal stratification joint and vertical fractures. A staircase to the northwest allows access to this tomb and others nearby.

IGN112

Processing techniques

Tooth chisel

Materials

Sandstone

 

Les tombeaux nabatéens de Hegra Vol. II Nehmé Laila Académie des inscriptions et belles-lettres Paris 2015 pp. 207-209

Above the facade, a drainage channel directs water to the lateral trenches. The tomb shows signs of the use of two different types of tooth chisel, suggesting the artisan aimed for high-quality workmanship. The use of this rare tool in the construction is noted.

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