Twenty-first Dynasty (Egyptian)

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Scope note
Refers to the period in Egypt from about 1075 to 950 BCE also known as the Tanite Dynasty after its capital at Tanis. The period is characterized by few surviving monuments, a general decline particularly in sculpture, and the usurption of statuary.
Twenty-first Dynasty
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024