ClassificationsAncient Egyptian Art

Head of a Dog from a Game of Hounds and Jackals

AAT Object Form/Functiongame pieces (game elements)

AAT Object Form/Functionfigurines

Place CreatedEgypt, Africa

CultureEgyptian

PeriodNew Kingdom, Dynasty 18

Date1539-1292 BCE

MediumIvory

Credit LineGift of the Estate of Michael J. Shubin

Dimensions9/16 x 9/16 in. (1.4 x 1.4 cm)

Object number2008.031.245

Label TextThe well-supplied tombs of the New Kingdom were stocked with all manner of provisions. These tombs offer a picture of everyday life through the objects that the deceased wished to have with them, including board games, furniture, serving vessels, and even real food. This small ivory piece was used in the game of Hounds and Jackals.
Exhibition HistoryMCCM Permanent Collection Reinstallation, 2008 - January 29, 2018
Divine Felines: Cats of Ancient Egypt, Michael C. Carlos Museum, February 10 - November 11, 2018
MCCM Permanent Collection Galleries, January 29, 2019-Present

Published ReferencesJoel L. Malter & Co, Inc., Auction III: The Antiquities of Ancient Egypt (February 26, 1978), lot 192.

ProvenanceWith Joel L. Malter & Co., Inc., Encino, California, Auction III, February 26, 1978, lot 192. Ex coll. Michael Shubin (1950-2008), Montebello, California, probably acquired from Malter.

Status

On view

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