Mentuhotep IV was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh who ruled during the 11th Dynasty, around 2000 BCE. He is often considered a lesser-known ruler, as his reign was brief and not well-documented. His tomb is located at Deir el-Bahari, a site known for its impressive mortuary temples and burial sites of several pharaohs. Mentuhotep IV is believed to have succeeded Mentuhotep III, but little is known about his accomplishments or policies. His reign marked a period of transition in Egypt, leading to the eventual rise of the Middle Kingdom, a time characterized by cultural and political stability.