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Model hes-vase

Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Thutmose IV
1400–1390 B.C.
Object Place: Egypt, Thebes, Valley of the Kings, Tomb of Thutmose IV (KV43)

Medium/Technique Faience
Dimensions Overall: 3.9 x 10.5 x 1.2 cm (1 9/16 x 4 1/8 x 1/2 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Theodore M. Davis
Accession Number03.1096
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DescriptionBlue faience model vase, inscribed with the cartouche of Thutmose IV in deep violet manganese pigment. The top of the model is chipped.
ProvenanceFrom Thebes, Valley of the Kings, tomb of Thutmose IV. 1902: excavated by Theodore M. Davis in the Valley of the Kings; 1903: given to the MFA by Theodore M. Davis.
(Accession Date: May 1, 1903)