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Stele of the Viceroy Usersatet
Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 18
1550–1295 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Semna, Taharqa Temple, Room A
Medium/Technique
Sandstone
Dimensions
Height x width x depth: 68 x 50 x 12 cm (26 3/4 x 19 11/16 x 4 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number25.633
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Stele
DescriptionRound topped stele. The effaced figure of Viceroy Usersatet stands on the right, before an offering table laden with food. Across the table are standing figures of Khnum, the deified King Senwosret III, and Dedwen. The scene is carved in raised relief. There are inscriptions above and below the figures.
ProvenanceFrom Sudan, Semna, Taharqa Temple, Room A . 1924: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Sudan.