Card/Transcription No.: 275d

275, D. STATUETTE OF THE KING

Max. H. 53.5, pedestal L. 24, W. 9, H. 5.5, cms
Wrapped in linen tied round neck
A standing figure of the king made of wood gesso-gilt.
Eyes inlaid, uraeus of bronze.
Pedestal coated with black resin, inscribed with yellow paint: <>
In left hand a straight staff, of bronze coated with gold.
In right hand holds a flagellum.
Sandals (bronze coated with gold) upon feet.
Left foot forward.
Around neck bead collarette of 4 rows of beads and fringe of pendants with Mankhet
counterpoise at back; belt around waist from which gauffered kilt (Shendyt) and apron are
suspended.
Wears the Lower Egypt crown.