Upper Part of Sistrum

664–525 B.C.E. or later

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Object Label

A sistrum is a musical instrument similar to a rattle. Sistra were played by priests and priestesses during funerals and other religious rituals. However, this example, made from faience, would not have been played in this world. Rather, it was placed in the tomb for use in the afterlife.

Caption

Upper Part of Sistrum, 664–525 B.C.E. or later. Faience, 8 1/16 x 1 15/16 x 1 1/4 in. (20.5 x 4.9 x 3.2 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund, 37.321E. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Title

Upper Part of Sistrum

Date

664–525 B.C.E. or later

Dynasty

Dynasty 26, or later

Period

Late Period

Geography

Place made: Egypt

Medium

Faience

Classification

Musical Instrument

Dimensions

8 1/16 x 1 15/16 x 1 1/4 in. (20.5 x 4.9 x 3.2 cm)

Credit Line

Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund

Accession Number

37.321E

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