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Relief of Idu's son Qar from tomb of Idu
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, dynasty 6, reign of Pepi I or later
2338–2170 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Pit G 7102 E
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Overall: Legacy dimensions 72 x 32.5 cm (28 3/8 x 12 13/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number25.1518
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Relief
DescriptionThis is composed of five joined fragments from the corner block from the tomb of Idu. It shows the upper half of Idu's son Qar holding a long scepter and wearing an animal skin. He has a wesekh collar, bracelet, short beard and curled wig. There is a portion of one column of text with his titles and the name Qar.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, Pit G 7102 E, [originally from middle level chamber of G 7102, Idu]. 1925: 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.