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Sculptor's trial piece with face of King Akhenaten
Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Akhenaten
1349–1336 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, el-Amarna, Number 238
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Height x Length: 12 x 13.7 cm (4 3/4 x 5 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Egypt Exploration Society by subscription
Accession Number36.95
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Relief
DescriptionFine limestone trial piece. It is a sunk relief face of King Akhenaten. It is delicate work. It is slightly weathered. No color remains.
ProvenanceFrom el-Amarna, 1934-5, No. 238. Gift of Egypt Exploration Society through Mrs. Gaston Smith & Group