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Metal Fittings probably for an extra-sepulchral funerary figure

New Kingdom, Ramesside
ca. 1295–1070 B.C.
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 122
This unusual set of metal fittings most likely came from some sort of funerary figure that was placed in a cult setting other than the tomb. Finds of such figures are relatively uncommon, so there are few comparanda for this object. It clearly belonged to a woman from the elite class. The fittings include her head and upper torso; two arms; and a human-headed bird with outstretched wings. She is shown with a long wig, large round earrings, a necklace, and a fillet of some sort adorned with a lotus blossom, signifying rebirth. The two arms would have been folded on her chest, embracing the human-headed ba bird, symbolizing one aspect of her intrinsic personality.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Metal Fittings probably for an extra-sepulchral funerary figure
  • Period: New Kingdom, Ramesside
  • Dynasty: Dynasty 19
  • Date: ca. 1295–1070 B.C.
  • Geography: From Egypt
  • Medium: Cupreous alloy
  • Dimensions: a, H. of head 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.); b, W. of pectoral 4 cm (1 9/16 in.); c and d, L. of arms 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.)
  • Credit Line: Theodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915
  • Object Number: 30.8.99a–d
  • Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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