Miniature stele of Nykaure Egypt (Giza, G 1033 A), Old Kingdom, Dynasties 5-6, 2465-2150 B.C.E. Painted limestone, Height x width x depth: 13 x 5 x 2 cm (5 1/8 x 1 15/16 x 13/16 in.) Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition 1906, MFA #06.2605 "Miniature limestone relief, painted on back "the royal acquaintance, Ni-kau-re." Colors well preserved." (Museum website description) Right: Statuette of Nykaure Egypt (Giza, G 1033 A), Old Kingdom, Dynasties 5-6, 2465-2150 B.C.E. Painted limestone, Height: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.) Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition 1906, MFA #06.2604 "Statuette, inscribed in ink on bottom, "the royal acquaintance, Ni-kau-re." Colors well preserved." (Museum website description) Photo © Joan Ann Lansberry Is this Nykaure related to the Nikare whose statues are at the Met museum? |