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Hand from a standing statue
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6
2323–2150 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 2184 E, in front of chamber I
Medium/Technique
Wood
Dimensions
Length: 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number35-9-28
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionWell preserved left fist holding a cylindrical object. Traces of red paint preserved on palm. Covered in wax.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 2184 E, in front of chamber I. 1935: 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. Found in box with 13.3460, 3464-5.