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Relief fragment from the tomb of Qar
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6, reign of Pepi I or later
2338–2170 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 7101, Tomb of Qar, chapel
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Overall: 22.5 x 65 x 18.5 cm (8 7/8 x 25 9/16 x 7 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number47.1713
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Relief
DescriptionThis block executed in fine raised relief, depicts the front of a long horned cow with head bent down towards its calf which is being led by a striding figure, preserved up to the mid-torso. This is the right half and joins 25-5-48.2.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G7101, Tomb of Qar, chapel. 1925: Excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.