Time Flies

We found a couple of nice fragments of sculpture this week. On the left is part of the belt and kilt of a king, whose name would have been written on the belt buckle – just where the break is. On the right is a sandstone fragment of an elaborate robe. We’re not quite sure what part of a statue it comes from. If only we had more of both!

Even we tend to take Sakhmet statues for granted, rarely looking closely at them. Richard, however, noticed these two busts, which are on view at the front of the precinct. At first glance, both seem equally beautifully carved, with detailed manes and wigs. But look at the eyes: the Sakhmet on the left has the usual well-proportioned, clearly-defined, somewhat sad eyes. The other statue has tiny, shallowly-carved eyes that are out of proportion to the rest of the face.

And finally, here is our on-site office: 3 metal tables under a pair of tented shelters. Here John can work on coins while Jaap registers objects, Ben draws a pot and Richard consults his notes. It’s the only shade on the site and is popular with us all, particularly on hot days like we’ve had this week.

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