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Inscribed stele with figures of a man and wife
Egyptian
First Intermediate Period, Dynasty 7–11
2100–2061 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Sheikh Farag, Debris in ravine above Cemetery 400
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Height x width: 54.5 x 43 cm (21 7/16 x 16 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number25.679
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Stele
DescriptionIt is done in crude sunk relief. Some color remains on the figures. A standing man and wife face the R. No offerings are visible. There are 3 lines of inscriptions at the top and 1 column at the R. It is in good condition.
ProvenanceFindspot Information: From Sheikh Farag: Debris in ravine above Cem. 4000 [Excav. date] December 1923