From ancient Egypt, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5 to 6, ca. 2454 to 2143 B.C. Carved limestone bas relief showing two lower legs and foot of a standing figure with lower hemline visible. Standing on a register having painted bands of black, red-brown and ocher. Legs painted red-brown. Custom wood base. Painted fragments from this time period are quite are and almost impossible to find! 9-1/4"H, despite fragmentary, in quite excellent condition.
ProvenanceEx-private East Coast USA Collection acquired at Arte Primitivo Gallery, New York City.
ca. 2454 to 2143 B.C.
Material Limestone
Dimensions 9-1/4"H
Condition Fragmentary
Antiquities Ancient Egyptian
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