Egyptian Artca. 400 B.C.–100 A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Sacred animal mummy containing dog bones |
| Medium | Dyed and undyed linen, animal remains, mummification materials |
| Dimensions | H. 28 cm (11 in.); W. 6.5 cm (2 9/16 in.); D. 10 cm (3 15/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Date | ca. 400 B.C.–100 A.D. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1913 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Period | Late Period–Roman Period |
| Date Range | 400 BC – 100 |
Provenance
| Region | Western Desert; Kharga Oasis |
| Country | Egypt |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 552371