Foundation deposit plaque of Amenemhat I

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ca. 1981–1952 B.C. · Travertine (Egyptian alabaster) · Egyptian Art

This plaque was discovered in a foundation deposit at the southwest corner of the pyramid temple of Amenemhat I at Lisht. The inscription provides the name of the pyramid itself, "the thrones of Sehetpibre (Amenemhat I) have appeared in glory."

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 1981–1952 B.C.

Medium

Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)

Department

Egyptian Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund and Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1922