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Model adze head

Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4–5
2575–2323 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 5232 A, deposit on floor east of coffin

Medium/Technique Bronze
Dimensions Length: 5.3 cm (2 1/16 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number14.1725
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTools and equipment

DescriptionThe broken off tip of a model knife, bent in middle, tang bent over.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G5232A, deposit on floor east of coffin. 1914: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.