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Model rectangular razor
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6, reign of Neferkara Pepy II
2246–2152 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Tomb of Impy, G 2381 A
Medium/Technique
Copper
Dimensions
Length x width: 7.2 x 3.3 cm (2 13/16 x 1 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.3074
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsModels
DescriptionOne of a large group of miniature copper tools found in the same intact tomb, this model takes the form of a rectangular razor. It imitates a truncated pyramidal form typical of flint prototypes. The surface is corroded and encrusted.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 2381A (tomb of Impy). 1912: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.
(Accession date: December 4, 1913)
(Accession date: December 4, 1913)