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Copper alloy figure of Horus: E.11.1939

Object information

Current Location: Gallery 19

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Copper alloy figure of Horus

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Description

Horus, falcon headed, striding. Human form with a falcon's head.

Measurements and weight

Height: 14 cm

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1939) by Hornblower, G. D., OBE

Dating

Ptolemaic Period
Circa -332 - Circa -30

Materials used in production

bronze Copper alloy
Inlay

Techniques used in production

Cast (process)

Identification numbers

Accession number: E.11.1939
Primary reference Number: 53689
Oldadmincategory: MW
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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 25 February 2020 Last processed: Wednesday 13 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Antiquities

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