Advanced Search 
Figurine of a goose
Egyptian
Late Period
760–332 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 2186 (= G X.5)
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Height x Length: 3.9 x 6.8 cm (1 9/16 x 2 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number12.1193
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionMade of pale green faience, this small sculpture repersents a goose with its head tucked back. Because it is hollow and there are pieces inside, which rattle when it is shaken, it has been suggested that it is a child's rattle.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 2186 (= G X.5). 1912: 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: December 5, 1912)
(Accession date: December 5, 1912)