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New Kingdom, Ramesside
This stonemason's maul was found in the cemetery associated with the pyramid complex of Amenemhat I at Lisht. The maul ancient; the wooden handle and leather ties are modern additions.
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Title: Stonemason's maul
Period: New Kingdom, Ramesside
Dynasty: Dynasty 19–20
Date: ca. 1295–1070 B.C.
Geography: From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht North, Cemetery, MMA excavations, 1915–16
Medium: Stone, wood, leather
Dimensions: L. 24 cm (9 7/16 in.)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1915
Accession Number: 15.3.831
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