Bow from the tomb of Senebtisi

Middle Kingdom

ca. 1850–1775 B.C.

Not on view

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Title: Bow from the tomb of Senebtisi
Period: Middle Kingdom
Dynasty: Dynasty 12, late–early 13
Date: ca. 1850–1775 B.C.
Geography: From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht North, Tomb of Senwosret (758), Pit 763, burial of Senebtisi, MMA excavations, 1906–07
Medium: Wood
Dimensions: l. 121.5 cm (47 13/16 in)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1908
Object Number: 08.200.54
Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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