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Votive figurine of Osiris, standing

Egyptian
Greco-Roman Period
305–30 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesheikh, Quarry

Medium/Technique Bronze
Dimensions Height: 9.3 cm (3 11/16 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number12.1365
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsSculpture

DescriptionBronze votive figurine of Osiris, standing. He wears the Atef crown, surmounted by a sun disc, and a beard. There is a small remnant of gilding. He holds a scepter. The details are worn. It is patinated.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Mesheikh. 1912: 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.



Findspot Information: From Mesheikh. Mes / quarry.