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Model offering in the form of a joint of meat
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5, reign of Djedkare Isesi
2415–2371 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Tomb G 4733 E
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Length: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.2823
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsModels
DescriptionAlabaster model in the form of a joint of meat.
ProvenanceGiza, tomb G 4733 E. February, 1914: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; 1921: assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.
(Accession Date: January 1, 1921)
(Accession Date: January 1, 1921)