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Model duck
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5, reign of Djedkare Isesi
2381–2353 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4733 E
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Length x width x thickness: 6.7 x 4.3 x 3.2 cm (2 5/8 x 1 11/16 x 1 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.2818
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsModels
DescriptionAlabaster model in the form of a trussed duck; one of five model ducks.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, tomb G 4733 E. 1914: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; 1921: assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.