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Vessel used as a septic filter

Middle Kingdom
ca. 1981–1802 B.C.
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Vessel used as a septic filter
  • Period: Middle Kingdom
  • Dynasty: Dynasty 12
  • Date: ca. 1981–1802 B.C.
  • Geography: From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht North, tomb of Rehuerdjersen (384), Center room in southern brick building, MMA excavations, 1921–22
  • Medium: Copper alloy
  • Dimensions: h. 21 cm (8 1/4 in); w. at top of stright side 34.3 cm (13 1/2 in)
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund and Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1922
  • Object Number: 22.1.1013
  • Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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