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Relief fragment, tomb of Qar
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6, reign of Pepi I or later
2338–2170 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 7101, Tom of Qar
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Overall: 24 x 80 x 17 cm (9 7/16 x 31 1/2 x 6 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number27.2054
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Relief
DescriptionThis fragment executed in low raised relief depicts two sun shades mounted on poles., see Bibliography.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, tomb of Qar, G 7101. 1925 :Excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt. Accession date: Aug-08-2005.