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Metal Bookmark Hippopotamus

Metal Bookmark Hippopotamus

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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€16.95

Characteristics

Museum :
Musée du Louvre
Theme :
Middle East
Art movement :
Egyptian Antiquities
Artist :
Anonymous
Materials :
Brass, Cotton
EAN :
3336728728771
Dimensions :
3 cm x 6.5 cm
Reference :
CU500367

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