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Head of deity with headress
Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 25–30
760–332 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 7430 C pit
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Height: 3.9 cm (1 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number27.1020
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Amulets
DescriptionFaience, faded glaze. Upper part only. Head with multiple crown. Inscribed on back. Nose and mouth damaged.
ProvenanceFrom Giza: G 7430 C pit. Feb. 1925: Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.