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Inscribed stele with a female figure

Egyptian
First Intermediate Period, Dynasty 7–11
2100–2061 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Sheikh Farag, S.F. 5038

Medium/Technique Limestone
Dimensions Height x width: 41 x 32.7 cm (16 1/8 x 12 7/8 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number25.675
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsArchitectural elementsStele

DescriptionIt is done in crude sunk relief. The color is gone. There is a standing female figure facing the R. There are no offerings. There are 1 1/2 lines of inscription at the top and 4 columns at the R. It is in poor condition.
ProvenanceFindspot Information: From Sheikh Farag: S.F.5038 [Excav. date] November 1923