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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 elementsStele

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)