Votive Head of a King
305–246 BC
Maker Unknown
Egyptian and Ancient Near Eastern Art
Votive Head of a King, 305–246 BC. Egypt, Early Ptolemaic Dynasty, probably reign of Ptolemy II. Limestone; overall: 21.6 x 16.5 cm (8 1/2 x 6 1/2 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust 1920.1999 The purpose of this sculpture is not known; it is assumed that this and others like it were votive offerings in honor of the king.
- Maker/Artist
- Maker Unknown
- Classification
- Sculpture
- Formatted Medium
- limestone
- Medium
- limestone
- Dimensions
- Overall: 21.6 x 16.5 cm (8 1/2 x 6 1/2 in.)
- Departments
- Egyptian and Ancient Near Eastern Art
- Accession Number
- 1920.1999
- Credit Line
- Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust
- Rights Statement
- CC0
- Museum Location
- 107 Egyptian
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