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Inlay in the form of an animal skin (?)
Nubian
Classic Kerma
1700–1550 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Kerma, Cemetery S, K 1053
Medium/Technique
Ivory
Dimensions
Height x width x depth: 4.9 x 2.5 x 0.2 cm (1 15/16 x 1 x 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.4222a
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsFurniture
DescriptionThese seven ornamental inlays of ivory originally adorned the left arm and foot of a wooden (ebony?) funerary bed. They take the form of a symmetrical, stylized motif possibly representing a turtle, frog, or animal skin. Details are added by incision and notching. Some exhibit small areas of discoloration and cracking, but in general they are in good condition.
These inlays comprise a set that includes objects 13.4219-13.4223.
These inlays comprise a set that includes objects 13.4219-13.4223.
ProvenanceFrom Kerma, K1053. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Sudan.
(Accession Date: December 4, 1913)
(Accession Date: December 4, 1913)