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Model saucer
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5, reign of Userkaf
2465–2458 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4520 b
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height x diameter: 1.8 x 6.5 cm (11/16 x 2 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.2895
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionPerfect; one of five model dishes (21.2891-5).
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 4520 b. 1914: 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.