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Model duck
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5, reign of Djedkare Isesi
2415–2371 B.C.
Object Place: Egypt, Giza, Tomb G 4733; Findspot: Egypt, Giza
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height x width x depth: 4.3 x 5.1 x 7.8 cm (1 11/16 x 2 x 3 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.2817
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsModels
DescriptionAlabaster model of a trussed duck.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, tomb G 4733 E. 1914: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; 1921: assigned to the MFA by the Egyptian government.