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Model vase?

Middle Kingdom
ca. 1981–1850 B.C.
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 109

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Model vase?
  • Period: Middle Kingdom
  • Dynasty: Dynasty 12
  • Date: ca. 1981–1850 B.C.
  • Geography: From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht North, Tomb of Senimeru (470), south cemetery, Pit 443, MMA excavations, 1913–14
  • Medium: Limestone
  • Dimensions: h. 5.9 cm (2 5/16 in); diam. 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in)
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1915
  • Object Number: 15.3.116
  • Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art
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