Hand wedge

Middle Kingdom

ca. 1981–1802 B.C.

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 109

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Title: Hand wedge
Period: Middle Kingdom
Dynasty: Dynasty 12
Date: ca. 1981–1802 B.C.
Geography: From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht South, MMA excavations
Medium: Wood
Dimensions: L. 45 cm (17 11/16 in.)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1934
Object Number: 34.1.35
Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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