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Model of a pilgrimage boat
Egyptian
Middle Kingdom, late Dynasty 11 – early Dynasty
2010–1961 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Deir el-Bersha, Tomb 10, shaft A (Djehutynakht)
Medium/Technique
Wood
Dimensions
Length x width x height: 111 x 29 x 55 cm (43 11/16 x 11 7/16 x 21 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.406a-b
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsModels
DescriptionThis boat is equiped with a cabin and a canopy. A table and chest are postioned underneath the canopy, against the cabin wall. Five figures are on board. A large steering oar is attached to the stern.
ProvenanceFrom Deir el-Bersha, tomb 10, shaft A (tomb of Djehutynakht). May 1915: 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: March 1, 1921)