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The shendyt (šnḏyt, Schenti, Schent, Shent, Skent) was a type of

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similar to a skirt. It was a

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-like garment worn in ancient Egypt. It was made of cloth and was worn around the waist, typically extending to above the knees. Shendyts are depicted on pharaohs, deities, and commoners in a variety of situations in Egyptian artwork. The shendyt may have been an adaptation of early hunting skirts which allowed freedom of movement for the wearer. Members of the military wore a version of the shendyt, as they too would need freedom of movement in battle. Shendyts worn by those of higher rank or class would have been made of finer materials.

Gallery

The following files are the variations of Schenti worn in ancient Egyptian society. File:Maler der Grabkammer des Kenamun 001.jpg File:Illustrerad Verldshistoria band I Ill 004.jpg File:Hatshepsut temple38c.jpg, Hatchepsut temple File:TombofNebamun-2.jpg File:Tomb of Nakht (4).jpg File:Trilla del trigo en el Antiguo Egipto.jpg

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Appearance of the shendyt in Egyptian culture
* Statue image of King Men-Kau-Re wearing the shendyt kil

* Group Statue of Ramesses III wearing the shendyt kilt with Horus and Set

Middle Eastern clothing Skirts Ancient Egypt {{clothing-stub