Egypt (Giza, G 2009), Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5, 2450-2350 B.C.E.
Painted limestone, Height: 25 cm (9 13/16 in.)
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition 1906, MFA #06.1882
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Statuette of Ptahneferti as a young boy
Egypt (Giza, G 2009), Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5, 2465-2323 B.C.E.
Painted limestone, Height: 18 cm (7 1/6 in.)
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition 1906, MFA #06.1881
Photo © Joan Ann Lansberry
"Standing statuette of brightly painted limestone, representing three brothers, Hes, Khuptah and Nikaukhufu. All three men wear short kilts and broad collars. Hes wears a full, striated, shoulder-length wig, while Khuptah has a short curly wig, and Nikaukhufu wears only his closely cropped hair. The front of the base, inscribed with the men's names, is painted pink in imitation of granite, while the top of the base and back pillar are painted black." (From museum website)
"The boy shown here is Ptahneferty, according to the inscription on the front of his right foot.
Such a statue of a child alone is rare - more frequently, children were represented with their parents. It is possible, however, that Ptahneferty was already an adult when this sculpture was commissioned. Not only is he named, but his title, "craftsman," is indicated as well."
(Text and illustrative image from museum website)
