A pair of sharp pointed sandals, upwards and with fastening strips. Probably coming from a tomb. The Egyptians used sandals in special occasions, by high dignitaries and priests during religious ceremonies, as documented in several relieves that have reached us.
Present location |
MUSEO ARQUEOLÓGICO NACIONAL [21/007] MADRID |
Inventory number |
16475 a y b |
Dating |
NEW KINGDOM |
Archaeological Site |
UNKNOWN |
Category |
SANDAL |
Material |
FIBER (FROM PLANTS AND ANIMALS) |
Technique |
TWISTED |
Width |
10 cm |