Fragment of Stele of Amenemope

DateDynasty 18-19, ca. 1550-1186 BCE

CultureEgyptian

Geographic OriginDeir el Medina | Egypt

MediumLimestone

DimensionsOverall (max): H 8 1/4 x W 9 13/16 x D 2 3/4 in. (H 21 x W 25 x D 7 cm)

Credit LinePurchase 1987 W. Clark Symington Bequest Fund , Mrs. Leon Hess Fund and Eva Walter Kahn Bequest Fund

Object number87.113

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Object NameStele

Title Details

Descriptive Title Fragment of Stele of Amenemope

InscriptionsTranslation was done by Dr. Robert Bianchi, Associate Curator, Egyptian Dept., The Brooklyn Museum. 5) ...giving praises... 6) ... to Amun. Amenemipet, true of voice...

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