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Stele of Seyepet
Egyptian
First Intermediate Period, Dynasty 7–11
2100–2061 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Sheikh Farag, 532 debris
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Height x width x depth: 65 x 48 x 12 cm (25 9/16 x 18 7/8 x 4 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number25.628
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Stele
DescriptionThis stele portrays the Hereditary Prince, Nomarch, and King's Sealer, Seyepet, striding forward toward the right. While Sayepet's figure is rendered in raised relief, the offering formula is in sunk relief. There are remains of color.
ProvenanceFrom Sheikh Farag, grave 532, debris. 1923: 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.