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Stele of the General Mentuemhat
Egyptian
Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 11–13
2061–1640 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Semna, Room 147
Medium/Technique
Granite
Dimensions
Height: 54.5 cm (21 7/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number29.1130
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Stele
DescriptionRound topped stele. There are 5 1/2 lines of horizontal inscription and one line of vertical inscription. A seated male figure faces the R., towards a table of offerings. The scene is executed in raised relief. The left side is chipped.
ProvenanceFrom Sudan, Semna, Room 147. 1928: 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.