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Copper alloy figure of Imhotep
Seated figure of Imhotep on a chair on a low base, with inscribed scroll on knees; eyes inlaid. Imhotep was an old kingdom courtier of King Djoser (2690-2670 BC) who became deified as a scibe.
Height: 12 cm
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1954) by Greg, Robert, Sir
-500 - -300
bronze Copper alloy
Accession number: E.59.1954
Primary reference Number: 62110
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Antiquities
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