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Fragment of a royal sculpture

Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4, reign of Menkaura
2532–2510 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Menkaura Valley Temple

Medium/Technique Greywacke
Dimensions Overall: 7.5 x 8.5 x 6 cm (2 15/16 x 3 3/8 x 2 3/8 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number47.1747
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsSculpture

DescriptionBase of hem of dress of advanced left leg of a goddess.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, Menkaura Valley Temple. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.