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Wall inlay of a lion
Nubian
Classic Kerma
1700–1550 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Kerma, Temple K II
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Height x width: 55 x 120 cm (21 5/8 x 47 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number20.1224
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Tile and inlays
DescriptionOne of two large lion figures (this one facing right) in low relief that were probably set into the facade of the Eastern Deffufa. The backs of the tiles show impressions of linen or basketry that was used in their manufacture. See also 20.1224.2.
ProvenanceFrom Kerma, eastern cemetery, K II. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of the Sudan; 1920: received by the MFA.