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Horus stele
Egyptian
Findspot: Egypt, Thebes
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Height x width x depth: 28.5 x 15 x 9 cm (11 1/4 x 5 7/8 x 3 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of John H. Sturgis
Accession Number79.163
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Stele
DescriptionIt depicts Horus striding forward. He is in profile facing the right. It is done in raised relief. The stele is inscribed. One of his lower legs and foot is chipped off.
ProvenanceFrom Thebes. 1879: Gift of John H. Sturgis.
(Accession Date: July 12, 1879)
(Accession Date: July 12, 1879)