2010-12-12

Servant figure


Servant figure, woman grinding grain; limestone
Giza, tomb 1213; Dynasty 5
6–19766
The anthropology museum at the University of California
Figures of wood or stone were placed in tombs as helpers, producing a continuous supply of goods and services in the Afterlife. This woman grinds wheat and barley for bread and beer.

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