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Statuette of Queen Meresankh III
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4
2575–2465 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, 27-5-3 radim RmA G 7530;27-5-18 rad. pt G 7530 A
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Overall: H 17 x W 12.7 x D 16 cm (6 11/16 x 5 x 6 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number30.1457a
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionBase with feet, of statuette of Meresankh III. Two joining fragments: 27-5-3 (part of lower robe and legs) and 27-5-18 (part of base and feet). Substantial amount of pigment preserved. Note the figure wears a long cloak which overlaps in the front of the ankles. Goes with 30.1457b.
ProvenanceFrom Giza. 27-5-3 from radim in Room A G 7530 and 27-5-18 from radim in pit G 7530A. Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.