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Statue of Babaef
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, late Dynasty 4–early Dynasty 5
2472–2458 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Height: 144 cm (56 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number34.235
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On display at The Detroit Institute of Arts, since March 21, 1967
On display at The Detroit Institute of Arts, since March 21, 1967
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionStatue, limestone. Standing figure of Babaef. Head missing, left arm almost entirely weathered away. Long kilt. Name and titles inscribed on base.
ProvenanceFindspot Information: From Giza G 5230 / November 1914