Two Small Pieces with the Name of Nykaure
Left:
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?