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Inscribed disc lid fragment
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6
2323–2150 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Kerma, Room H.N., east part
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Length: 4.3 cm (1 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.4278
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionIt is inscribed with part of the cartouche of Pepy I. Fragments are missing.
ProvenanceFrom Nubia, Kerma. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Sudan.
Findspot Information: From Kerma. Su / 487
Findspot Information: From Kerma. Su / 487