Striding Figure of a Priest
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Object Label
The striding male figure is found in all periods of Egyptian art. This uninscribed example was either an object made for the tomb or a votive offering meant to be left in a temple as a token expressing thanks to the resident deity or seeking his favor. The shaven head suggests that the figure represents a priest.
Caption
Striding Figure of a Priest, ca. 1070–656 B.C.E.. Bronze, 4 13/16 x 1 5/16 x 1 3/4 in. (12.3 x 3.4 x 4.4 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund, 37.363E. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)
Title
Striding Figure of a Priest
Date
ca. 1070–656 B.C.E.
Dynasty
Dynasty 21 to Dynasty 25
Period
Third Intermediate Period
Geography
Reportedly from: Thebes, Egypt
Medium
Bronze
Classification
Dimensions
4 13/16 x 1 5/16 x 1 3/4 in. (12.3 x 3.4 x 4.4 cm)
Credit Line
Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund
Accession Number
37.363E
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