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Bundle of reed sticks
Egyptian
Middle Kingdom, late Dynasty 11 – early Dynasty
2010–1961 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Deir el-Bersheh, Tomb 10, shaft A (Djehutynakht), western niche
Medium/Technique
Wood
Dimensions
Length: 99 cm (39 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.16694.4
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsReligious and cult objects
DescriptionThis is one of eight bundles of reed sticks of varying length. The bundle is held together by 2 (modern) linen bands. The stics are mostly long, while thickness varies.
ProvenanceFrom Deir el-Bersha, tomb 10, shaft A (tomb of Djehutynakht). May 1915: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt. (Accession Date: March 1, 1921)