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Fragmentary relief of birds
Egyptian
Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 11
2140–1991 B.C.
Medium/Technique
Stone
Dimensions
Height x width x depth: 16.7 x 9 x 4.2 cm (6 9/16 x 3 9/16 x 1 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Nancy Q. Whalen-Rude
Accession Number1994.219
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Relief
DescriptionThe fragment is executed in raised relief. the surviving decoration portrays parts of two birds standing on two incised bands of decoration. Traces of red and brown paint remain. The fragment is chipped on all edges.
ProvenanceBy date unknown: collection of George Kenneth; to his niece, Nancy Q. Whalen-Rude; 1994: givento the MFA by Ms. Whalen-Rude.
(Accession date: June 22, 1994)
(Accession date: June 22, 1994)