THE DISCOVERY OF THE TOMB OF KAY, PRIEST OF KHUFU
Over 65 tombs were discovered recently on the west side of Khufu's pyramid, among the field of mastabas for his officials. One of these tombs belongs to Kay, the priest of Snofru, Khufu, Djedefre and Khafre.
The tomb is painted with beautiful scenes of daily life. Among them we see scenes of boats led by the deceased, an offering scene and an offering list. On the left side of the tomb's entrance is a touching and unique scene of a lady embracing Kay with her two arms.
To the right of the entrance, Kay leaves us a biographical detail:
It is the tomb makers, the draftsmen, the craftsmen and the sculptors who built my tomb. I gave them beer and bread. I made them to take an oath that they were satisfied.
