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Model dishes

Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6
2323–2150 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4530, Shaft of chamber

Medium/Technique White limestone
Dimensions Diameter x thickness (#8): 5.6 x 2.0 cm (2 3/16 x 13/16 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number14.998
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionTen limestone model dishes, eight complete.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G4530, Shaft of chamber. 1914: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.