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Case in the shape of a duck (upper part)
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6
2350–2170 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 2381 Z
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Length: 24 cm (9 7/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.4313
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTomb equipment
DescriptionOffering case in the shape of a duck, which contained food offerings to the deceased. The interior and exterior were originally painted yellow.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 2381 Z / 113. Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; 1913: assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.