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Model adze
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5
2465–2323 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Pit G 7143 B, chamber, at head in coffin
Medium/Technique
Copper
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number27-2-462i
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsModels
DescriptionModel adze with widened butt; broken in two pieces.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, Pit G 7143 B, chamber, at head in coffin. 1927: Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.