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Case in the shape of a round cake (bottom)
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6
2350–2170 B.C.
Object Place: Egypt, Giza; Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Tomb G 2385 A
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Height x diameter: 4.6 x 29.2 cm (1 13/16 x 11 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.3489
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTomb equipment
DescriptionOffering case in the shape of a round cake; it was meant to contain food offerings for the deceased. The exterior and interior were originally painted yellow.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, tomb G 2385 A. 1912: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; 1913: assigned to the MFA by the Egyptian government.