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Model shield
Egyptian
Middle Kingdom, late Dynasty 11 or early Dynasty
2040–1783 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Deir el-Bersha, Tomb 10, shaft A (Djehutynakht), chamber
Medium/Technique
Wood, stucco
Dimensions
Length x width: 11.8 x 6.7 cm (4 5/8 x 2 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number15-5-211
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsModels
DescriptionModel shield, covered with stucco, one side painted black
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Deir el-Bersha, Tomb 10, pit A. 1915: Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition, May 6, 1915; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt; 1921: received by MFA.