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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
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
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.