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Scribal palette

Egyptian
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Tomb G 2347 C

Medium/Technique Wood
Dimensions 44.5 cm long
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number33.1137
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTools and equipmentWriting

DescriptionTwo circular wells for ink; traces of red and black pigment. Lower portion hollowed out to contain reed pens; covered with a sliding top.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, tomb G2347C. 1933: Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.