Sistrum Handle Fragment

ca. 945–712 B.C.E.

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Caption

Sistrum Handle Fragment, ca. 945–712 B.C.E.. Lapis lazuli, 1 5/16 x 1 1/8 x 1 1/8 in. (3.4 x 2.9 x 2.9 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund, 44.123.176. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Title

Sistrum Handle Fragment

Date

ca. 945–712 B.C.E.

Dynasty

Dynasty 22

Period

Third Intermediate Period

Medium

Lapis lazuli

Classification

Musical Instrument

Dimensions

1 5/16 x 1 1/8 x 1 1/8 in. (3.4 x 2.9 x 2.9 cm)

Credit Line

Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund

Accession Number

44.123.176

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