Human bone

Unknown

Not on view

This bone is the right femur of a child.

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Provenance

Title: Human bone
Period: Unknown
Geography: From Egypt
Medium: Human bone
Dimensions: L. 12 cm
Credit Line: Museum Accession
Object Number: X.425
Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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