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Stele of Heny
Egyptian
First Intermediate Period, Dynasty 7–11
2143–1991 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesheikh, Tomb 2109
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Height x width: 42 x 65 cm (16 9/16 x 25 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number12.1478
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Stele
DescriptionPainted tomb stele of the lady "concubine of the king." Above the figure there are three lines of inscription. At the right are numerous funerary offerings. The scene is enclosed in a border of black, yellow, red and green blocks. It is partly defaced. It is a unique example.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Mesheikh. 1912: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.
Findspot Information: From Mesheikh. Mes / 2109
Findspot Information: From Mesheikh. Mes / 2109