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Statuette of a baboon
Egyptian
Early Dynastic Period, probably Dynasty 1–2
2960–2649 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Hierakonpolis, Main Deposit
Medium/Technique
Faience, pale blue-green glaze
Dimensions
Height: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Egyptian Research Account by subscription
Accession Number98.1009
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionGreen glaze, surface much worn.
ProvenanceFrom Hierakonpolis, Main Deposit. 1898: Excavated by J. E. Quibell for the Egyptian Research Account, given to the MFA by the Egyptian Research Account.
(Accession date: November 1, 1898)
(Accession date: November 1, 1898)