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Fragmentary stele of Pasalta
Nubian
Napatan Period
4th century B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Meroe (Begerawiyah), Pyramid XV in the south cemetery
Medium/Technique
Sandstone
Dimensions
Overall: 22 x 28.5 - 30.5 x 7.5 cm
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.12014
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Stele
DescriptionOnly the lower part of the stele remains. The tablet was made from soft, yellow sandstone and the edges are chipped. All sides of the stele were well prepared except for the back surface which has been left fairly rough. The design is well executed in sunk relief and the hieroglyphs adequately carved, again in sunk relief. There is no trace of color. R.J. Leprohon, STELAE II, pp. 131-134.
ProvenanceFrom Meroe, Beg. south, thieves' debris at the door of the chamber in Pyramid XV. February 7, 1921. Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Sudan.