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- CollectionEgypt
- Research projectsGlypcol
- Inventory numberE.03020
- TitleButton seal with lion-shaped handle
- CultureEgyptian
- Date2181 BC - 2160 BC
- Period7th and 8th dynasty(Egypt > First Intermediate Period)
- DimensionsH x La x P: 0,8 cm
- OwnerMusées royaux d'art et d'histoire / Koninklijke Musea voor Kunst en Geschiedenis
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Object nameStamp sealGeographyPlace of discovery:UnknownHistorical geographical reference
Place of production:EgyptGeographical Reference > Africa > North AfricaMaterialSteatite (mineral)Material > Stone > MineralTechniqueGlazeTechnique > Ceramics (techniques) > Decoration and finishing
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The base of this seal amulet carries four ibex heads, linked to each other. The handle is in the shape of the head of a lion or hippopotamus. Similar seals date from the 7th-8th dynasties.
