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Blue Faience Djed Pillar
Blue Faience Djed Pillar
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Blue Faience Djed Pillar

Culture
Dateabout 664–332 BCE, Late Period
Mediumfaience
Dimensions2.3 cm (7/8 in.)
ClassificationsSculpture
Markingsnone visible.
Credit LineMrs. Kingsmill Marrs Collection
Terms
Object number1925.588
DescriptionOrnament; Blue faience pierced. Represents "Backbone of Osiris".
ProvenanceMrs. Kingsmill Marrs, Boston, MA
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