Nubian. <em>Shabti of Senkamanisken</em>, 643–623 B.C.E. Steatite, 8 9/16 x 2 11/16 x depth at base 1 15/16 in. (21.7 x 6.9 x 5 cm). Brooklyn Museum, By exchange, 39.5. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 39.5_edited_SL3.jpg)

Shabti of Senkamanisken

Artist:Nubian

Medium: Steatite

Geograhical Locations:

Dates:643–623 B.C.E.

Dimensions: 8 9/16 x 2 11/16 x depth at base 1 15/16 in. (21.7 x 6.9 x 5 cm)

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Accession Number: 39.5

Image: 39.5_edited_SL3.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Mottled gray limestone (?) ushabti of Senkaman-seken (633-613 BC). The figure is freestanding with royal headdress with two uraeus, hands opposite in an unnatural position bearing a whip and a crook. No cords indicated. Inscription divided into six horizontal registers. Workmanship excellent. Peculiar markings on the base (possibly those of a craftsman). Condition: Perfect excepting base of beard is broken.

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