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Rosette inlay
Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 20, reign of Ramesses III
1187–1156 B.C.
Medium/Technique
Polychrome faience
Dimensions
Diameter: 5.3 cm (2 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Horace L. Mayer
Accession Number57.420
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Tile and inlays
DescriptionRosette. Gray and white glaze. 8-petaled flower with raised center. Like those from the Palace of Ramesses III at Tell el Yahudiyeh. Should be linked to photo CR9038-d (see 57.418)
ProvenanceProbably Tell el-Yahudiya, palace of Ramesses III; Luigi Vassalli Collection (1812-1887); by 1957: Horace L. Mayer Collection; 1957: gift of Horace L. Mayer.