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Statuette of Nykaure
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5–6
2465–2150 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Tomb G 1033 A
Medium/Technique
Painted limestone
Dimensions
Height: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number06.2604
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionStatuette, inscribed in ink on bottom, "the royal acquaintance, Ni-kau-re." Colors well preserved.
ProvenanceGiza, tomb G 1033 A. Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; 1906: assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.
(Accession Date: November 8, 1906)
(Accession Date: November 8, 1906)