Metal Bookmark Hippopotamus

CU500367
Metal Bookmark

Hippopotamus figure from the 13th dynasty, circa 1786 - 1650 BC - Siliceous earthenware H. 12.7 cm; L. 20.5 cm; W. 8.10 cm

The "river horse" in ancient Greek lived on the banks of the Nile where it fed abundantly on vegetation. In funeral rites small statues of this animal were placed...
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Characteristics

Artist
Anonymous
Materials
Brass, Cotton
Theme
Middle East
Art movement
Egyptian Antiquities
Reference
CU500367
EAN
3336728728771
Model dimensions
3cm x 6.5cm
Conservation museum
Paris - Musée du Louvre

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