Advanced Search 
Headrest
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6, reign of Neferkara Pepy II
2246–2152 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Tomb of Impy, G 2381 A, Notes: Egypt (Giza, tomb 2381 A)
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height x width: 23 x 21.7 cm (9 1/16 x 8 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.2925
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsFurniture
DescriptionFluted stand with inscription: made in three pieces: perfect.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 2381 A (tomb of Impy). 1912, excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; 1913, assigned to the MFA by the Egyptian government.
(Accession Date: December 4, 1913)
(Accession Date: December 4, 1913)