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Old Kingdom
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Among the material found in the debris of Perneb's burial shaft and chamber were these fragmentary metal tools. They represent models of equipment used for woodworking, including small saws, adzes, and chisels.
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Title: Model tools of Perneb
Period: Old Kingdom
Dynasty: Dynasty 5
Reign: reign of Isesi–Unis
Date: ca. 2381–2323 B.C.
Geography: From Egypt, Memphite Region, Saqqara, Tomb of Perneb, MMA excavations, 1913–14
Medium: Copper alloy
Dimensions: various
Credit Line: Gift of Edward S. Harkness, 1914
Object Number: 14.7.98a–u
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