Which Old Kingdom tomb paintings are known for their detailed depiction of geese?

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Ancient Egyptian illustration from the Book of the Dead showing Anubis weighing the soul of the scribe Ani, with gods seated above and hieroglyphic text throughout. — Egyptian art and architecture Anubis weighing the soul of the scribe Ani, from the Egyptian Book of the Dead, c. 1275 bce.

In the context of Old Kingdom Egyptian art, the famous scene depicting geese is found in the tomb of Nefermaat and Atet at Maydum, which dates to the 4th dynasty. This work is recognized as an example of pure painting of the highest quality from that period.1