Egyptian faience shabti for Pa-di-Hor-Mehen

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A green glazed faience shabti figure with moulded details and incised inscription for Pa-di-Hor-Mehen. The spelling of the name on this shabti can vary between examples but all are acknowledged as belonging to the same individual. Shabtis for Pa-di-Hor-Mehen may be found in the British Museum and two of his canopic jars are held by the Cairo Museum.

Culture
Egypt, Late Dynastic Period, 30th Dynasty, c. 380-343 BC

Size
14.1 x 3.9 cms

Condition
Some very minor surface chips otherwise intact

Provenance
Ex. private collection, Glasgow, Scotland; acquired early to mid 20th Century

For a comparable shabti and further references, please see: Glenn Janes, A Private View, catalogue number 89.

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