Fragment of a figure holding a multistrand coil of beads, preceded by another individual

Unknown

ca. 1961–1917 B.C. · Limestone, paint · Egyptian Art

This fragment of relief was discovered during excavations by the Museum in the pyramid complex of Senwosret I at Lisht South. The decoration, delicately carved and then painted, preserves part of an offering procession. On the proper right edge of the piece is part of the leg of a servant, whose long-fingered hand grasps a necklace composed of multiple strands of ball beads.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 1961–1917 B.C.

Medium

Limestone, paint

Department

Egyptian Art

Credit line

Gift of Janice Kamrin, in honor of Nora Scott and Dorothea Arnold, 2013