Tag #Saqqarah

What specific roles did Teti Neb Fu hold, and what does his tomb's discovery reveal about the organization of the ancient Egyptian court and the status of specialized professionals?

In Saqqara, Egypt, a Franco-Swiss team unearthed the tomb of Teti Neb Fu, a high-ranking official serving under King Pepi I. Teti Neb Fu held the prestigious titles of "chief physician of the palace" and "priest and magician of the goddess Serqet," suggesting expertise in treating venomous bites and serving as a royal dentist. The tomb, though largely looted, contained impressive sculptures and artwork.