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Stele of Imai
Egyptian
First Intermediate Period, Dynasty 7–11
2100–2061 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Sheikh Farag, Grave 509
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Height x width x depth: 50 x 40 x 5 cm (19 11/16 x 15 3/4 x 1 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number25.626
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Stele
DescriptionThis stele, decorated in sunk relief, depicts the King's Sealer, Sole Companion, Imai, standing facing the right. A border of colored blocks surrounds the figures and inscription. Much of the color remains.
ProvenanceFrom Sheikh Farag, grave 509. 1923: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.
(Accession date: October 19, 1923)
(Accession date: October 19, 1923)