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Model mirror of Hapi Anhktifi

Middle Kingdom
ca. 1981–1802 B.C.
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 112
One of the complete burial groups excavated at Meir belonged to the Steward Hapiankhtifi. When the mummy was unwrapped numerous objects were discovered including two mirrors (for the second one see 12.183.18a, b). The handle of the mirror is in the shape of a papyrus column.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Model mirror of Hapi Anhktifi
  • Period: Middle Kingdom
  • Dynasty: Dynasty 12
  • Date: ca. 1981–1802 B.C.
  • Geography: From Egypt, Middle Egypt, Meir, Tomb of Hapiankhtifi, Mummy, Khashaba excavations, 1910–12
  • Medium: Wood, paint
  • Dimensions: 0.085m
    0.075m
  • Credit Line: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1912
  • Object Number: 12.183.19a, b
  • Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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