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Model basin

Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6, reign of Neferkara Pepy II
2246–2152 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Tomb of Impy, G 2381 A

Medium/Technique Copper
Dimensions Diameter: 6.2 cm (2 7/16 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.2952a
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ClassificationsModels

DescriptionOne of a large group of miniature copper tools and vessels found in the same intact tomb, this model takes the form of a deep, flat-bottomed, straight-sided basin. Actual jars of this shape, often very large, are known in pottery.This example has a handled lid.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 2381 A (tomb of Impy). 1912: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.

(Accession date: December 4, 1913)