Figurine of a Dog, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12, ca. 1961–1917 , From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht South, Pyramid Complex of

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Figurine of a Dog, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12, ca. 1961–1917 , From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht South, Pyramid Complex of Senwosret I, Pit 6L, Brick Vault, 1923–24, Faience, L. cm (2 1/16 in.); W. cm (7/8 in.); H. cm (1 7/16 in.), Already in the Early Dynastic Period, Egyptians deposited faience figurines of wild animals in temple precincts. These figurines were reintroduced in the Twelfth Dynasty, but as a component of burial equipment and with new species added to the repertoire

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Size: 5097px × 3711px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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