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Large Head of a Uraeus Said to be from a Colossus

Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art

MEDIUM Granite
  • Reportedly From: Memphis, Egypt
    • DYNASTY Dynasty 18 (possibly)
    PERIOD New Kingdom (possibly)
    DIMENSIONS 2 3/16 x 3 3/16 x 4 1/2 in. (5.5 x 8.1 x 11.5 cm)
    COLLECTIONS Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art
    ACCESSION NUMBER 05.337
    CREDIT LINE Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund
    CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION Head of a large red granite Uraeus said to be from a crown of a colossus. Condition: Preserved portion is perfect, good workmanship.
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