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Fragments of Ankh-haf wall relief
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4
2575–2465 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Interior chapel of Ankh-haf, G 7510
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Other: 18.3 x 21.2 x 5.3 cm (7 3/16 x 8 3/8 x 2 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number30.835
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Relief
DescriptionThree joined fragments of wall relief. Raised relief depicting male head and torso facing left with curly wig, upper chest, and a part of upraised right arm. Extensive red pigment remaining. Much modern white plaster solidifying relief.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, Interior chapel of Ankh-haf, G.7510. [Excav. date] May, 1925.