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Middle Kingdom
This “paddle doll” was found in Tomb MMA 839 along with two similar dolls. It has a keyhole shaped torso and its arms are broken off. A painted garment held up with straps covers the body above a large pubic triangle, and a necklace is shown around the neck.
For more on paddle dolls, see 15.10.90 & 31.3.35a, b.
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Title: Paddle Doll
Period: Middle Kingdom
Dynasty: Dynasty 11
Date: ca. 2030–1981 B.C.
Geography: From Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Asasif, Tomb MMA 839, MMA excavations, 1929–30
Medium: Wood, paint
Dimensions: h. 20.2 cm (7 15/16 in)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1931
Accession Number: 31.3.45
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