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Vessel fragment

Middle Kingdom
ca. 1961–1917 B.C.
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Vessel fragment
  • Period: Middle Kingdom
  • Dynasty: Dynasty 12
  • Reign: reign of Senwosret I
  • Date: ca. 1961–1917 B.C.
  • Geography: From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht South, MMA excavations
  • Medium: Syenite
  • Dimensions: h. 24 cm (9 7/16 in); w. 17 cm (6 11/16 in); d. 6 cm (2 3/8 in)
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1934
  • Object Number: 34.1.11
  • Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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