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Limestone stela of Amenemhab: E.SS.52

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Limestone stela of Amenemhab

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Description

Round topped, with barques of Theban triad, inscribed for Amenemhab. The Theban triad of gods are Amun, Mut and Khonsu who are transported in shrines on their boats.

Measurements and weight

Height: 56 cm
Width: 40.5 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Unknown

Dating

19th Dynasty
New Kingdom
Circa -1295 BC - Circa -1186 BC

Materials used in production

Limestone

Techniques used in production

Carved

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Identification numbers

Accession number: E.SS.52
Primary reference Number: 63425
Oldadmincategory: SS

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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Friday 18 July 2025

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

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