The layout of Sahure's monument was adopted by the succeeding kings of the Fifth and Sixth Dynasty, thereby representing a milestone in pyramid complex construction. Compared to the monuments of the preceding Fourth Dynasty, the enormity of these constructions was dramatically reduced, but, in tandem, the decorative program proliferated and temples were augmented by enlarged storeroom complexes. Sahure's monument is estimated to have had of finely carved relief adorning its walls, of which a mere has been preserved. Certain of these preserved reliefs is considered unparalleled in Egyptian art, such as the by hunting scene from the mortuary temple. For comparison, Sahure's temple contained 370 running metres (1,214 running feet) of such relief decoration, while the temple of Khufu's Great Pyramid contained 100 running metres (328 running feet). The temple is also remarkable for the array of valuable materials – such as granite, alabaster and basalt – used extensively in its construction.