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Model offering
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5, reign of Djedkare Isesi
2381–2353 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Mastaba G 4733 E
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height: 4.3 cm (1 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.2830
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsModels
DescriptionModel food offering in the shape of a conical loaf.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, Mastaba 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)