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Fragment of a figurine

Egyptian
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Avenue 4, Roman debris and Sebakh siftings

Medium/Technique Faience
Dimensions Overall: 2.6 x 3 x 1.3 cm (1 x 1 3/16 x 1/2 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number26-2-5
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsSculpture

DescriptionThis object consist of a fragment of a bust of a small figurine with a wig and necklace painted black on the front and black painted decoration on the back.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, Avenue 4, Roman debris and Sebakh siftings. 1926: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.