Menkaure

Menkaure was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh who reigned around 2490 BCE during the Fourth Dynasty. He is best known for commissioning the third and smallest of the three great pyramids at Giza, symbolizing his power and connection to the divine. Menkaure's tomb and associated complex include statues and art that reflect the confluence of royal authority and religious beliefs. His reign marked a period of significant architectural achievement, and his pyramid remains a key monument in Egypt's rich cultural heritage.