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Model throw stick
Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Thutmose IV
1400–1390 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Thebes, Valley of the Kings, Tomb of Thutmose IV, Notes: Egypt (Valley of the Kings, Tomb of Thutmose IV)
Medium/Technique
Bichrome faience
Dimensions
Length x width: 26 x 4.1 cm (10 1/4 x 1 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Theodore M. Davis
Accession Number03.1086
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTomb equipment – Models
DescriptionThis model throw stick is part of a group of faience objects found in the tomb of Thutmose IV. The details, which include a Wedjat eye, and the cartouche of Thutmose IV, were inscribed in deep violet manganese pigment.
ProvenanceFrom Thebes, Valley of the Kings, tomb of Thutmose IV. 1902: excavated by Theodore M. Davis in the Valley of the Kings; 1903: given to the MFA by Theodore M. Davis.
(Accession Date: May 6, 1903)
(Accession Date: May 6, 1903)