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Offering table of Prince Tedeken
Nubian
Meroitic Period
200–100 B.C.
Findspot: Sudan, Nubia, Meroe, Beg W, pyramid 19
Medium/Technique
Granite
Dimensions
Overall: 37.8 x 37 cm (14 7/8 x 14 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number23.873
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsReligious and cult objects
DescriptionRectangular with spout. Bordering Meroitic inscription. In field, beneath 8 discs, incised scene: Nephthys and Anubis pouring libations on altar with fruits and flowers.
ProvenanceFrom Meroe, Beg. W19. 1923: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Sudan.