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Head rest

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This headrest is composed of four separate parts. It was made as a funerary gift. Its careful finish attests to the high standard of craftsmanship. The canaliculate shaft has a clear curve.

Present location

PELIZAEUS-MUSEUM [04/030] HILDESHEIM

Inventory number

3197

Dating

6TH DYNASTY

Archaeological Site

GIZA NECROPOLIS

Category

HEADREST

Material

CALCITE/ALABASTER

Technique

STONE-TECHNIQUE; CARVED

Height

22.2 cm

Width

20.1 cm

Depth

8.7 cm

Diameter

6,1 cm

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