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Base of serving statuette

Egyptian
Old Kingdom
2649–2134 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 2450 B

Medium/Technique Limestone
Dimensions Other: Joined 30 x 10.5 cm (11 13/16 x 4 1/8 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number12-12-174
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsSculpture

DescriptionBase of serving statuette in two pieces. The grinding stone is painted red, the base is painted black. The kneeling woman is not present.
ProvenanceFrom Giza. From G2450 B. 1912: Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.