Menkaure (Mycerinus)

Menkaure, also known as Mycerinus, was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh who ruled around 2500 BCE. He is best known for commissioning the third and smallest of the Great Pyramids at Giza, which served as his tomb. Menkaure's statue typically depicts him standing confidently, wearing traditional royal attire, and symbolizes his authority and divine status. His monuments reflect Egypt’s advanced engineering and artistry, emphasizing stability and eternity. Overall, Menkaure's legacy lies in his role in Egypt’s grand pyramid complex, representing the kingdom's religious beliefs about life after death and the pharaoh's eternal life.