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Headrest amulet
Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 26
664–525 B.C
Findspot: Egypt, Giza
Medium/Technique
aematite
Dimensions
Other: 1.6 cm (5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number29.1523
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Amulets
DescriptionThis amulet of polished hematite represents a headrest. Such amulets were common in Late Period burials, where their magic was intended to lift the head of the deceased at the moment of resurrection.
ProvenanceFrom Giza: G 7524 A [Excav. date] April 24, 1929. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.