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Tile with Nubian chief
Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 20, reign of Ramesses III
1184–1153 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Thebes, Medinet Habu, Palace of Ramesses III
Medium/Technique
Polychrome faience
Dimensions
Height x width: 25 x 6 cm (9 13/16 x 2 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Emily Esther Sears Fund
Accession Number03.1570
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Tile and inlays
ProvenanceFrom Medinet Habu, Palace of Ramesses III. 1903, sold by Mohammed Mohassib (dealer), Luxor, Egypt, through Albert M. Lythgoe, to the MFA for £300 [see note]. (Accession Date: January 1, 1903)
NOTE: MFA accession nos. 03.1566-03.1577; 03.1578a-i were purchased together.
NOTE: MFA accession nos. 03.1566-03.1577; 03.1578a-i were purchased together.