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Relief Fragment of a Woman from Tomb of Neferu

When complete, the scene to which this fragment belonged showed a long procession of female offering bearers. One figure carries a tall basket and the other brings a tray.

In each case the contents are obscured by a cloth, but similar scenes indicate that these gifts were offerings of food. The Egyptians believed that food and drink were required to ensure the deceased's continued existence in the afterlife.

Catalogue Description:
Upper part of a female offering bearer carrying a large tray.


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