Sarcophagus of Djedhor
Djedhor was a royal scribe as well as a priest of Min and Hathor. Besides his name and titles, the inscription on his stone sarcophagus also mentions his mother Tikas. Faint traces of paint are found on the pupils.
Artwork Details
- Title: Sarcophagus of Djedhor
- Period: Ptolemaic Period
- Date: 200–150 B.C.
- Geography: From Egypt, Memphite Region, Saqqara
- Medium: Limestone
- Dimensions: L. 197.3 × W. 63 × D. 57 cm (77 11/16 × 24 13/16 × 22 7/16 in.)
- Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1911
- Object Number: 11.154.7a, b
- Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art
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