Niankh-khnum and Khnum-hotep
This tomb is among the largest and most magnificently decorated tombs at Saqqara. It belongs to Niakh-khnum and Khnum-hotep who held the titles “Overseer of the Manicurists of the Great House” and “Prophet of Ra at the Sun Temple of Nuissera” a pharaoh of the 5th Dynasty. Part of the tomb was cut out of rock and additional chambers were added to it.
In the first chamber, scenes of cutting of papyrus and fishing with nets and spears are depicted on the walls. In other chambers you can see agriculture, butchery, gardening and jewelry making scenes. A banquet is shown where both tomb owners are enjoying musicians, singers and dancers. One scene shows barbers, manicurists and pedicurists at work in a tribute to their profession.
