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Canopic jar lid
Egyptian
Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12
1991–1783 B.C.
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height x diameter: 12.5 x 5 cm (4 15/16 x 1 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of Mrs. Godfrey Peckitt
Accession NumberRES.62.90
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTomb equipment – Canopics and canopic boxes
DescriptionThis lid to a canopic jar is carved of light-colored travertine (Egyptian alabaster). Details of the wig are rendered by incision, while facial details are modeled and accented with black paint, especially the eyes and brows.
ProvenanceBy 1962: Mrs. Godfrey Peckitt collection; 1962: given to the MFA by Mrs. Godfrey Peckitt.
(Accession Date: May 22, 1905)
(Accession Date: May 22, 1905)