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Fragmentary head of a woman
Egyptian
Old Kingdom
2649–2100 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4940, NE corner in lower hard debris
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Overall: 7.3 x 9.2 x 4.2 cm (2 7/8 x 3 5/8 x 1 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number15-1-30
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionRight side of head with striated wig, right eye and ear.
ProvenanceFrom Giza. G 4940, NE corner in lower hard debris. 1915 : excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.