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Objects from a predynastic tomb at Hu.

Title

Objects from a predynastic tomb at Hu.

Creator

Steele, Lawrence E.

Date

1895-1914

Identifier

RDS_D0_650_0007

Subject

Egypt, Ancient
Antiquities

Description

Photograph of objects from a predynastic tomb at Hu. The collection includes both human and animal figurines, such as hippopotami. These were often made from unbaked clay, pottery, bone, or ivory. Several combs with distinct shapes are visible, including one with a bird-like figure on top. A row of circular objects, possibly bracelets or rings, are shown in the middle of the image. The image also contains what appear to be small tools or objects, possibly made of stone or ivory.

Rights

Copyright RDS Library & Archives. Publication, transmission or display is prohibited without formal written approval of the RDS Library & Archives.

Format

Glass slide.

Type

Still image.

Original Format

Glass slide

Collection

Lawrence E. Steele Collection

Citation

Steele, Lawrence E., “Objects from a predynastic tomb at Hu.,” RDS Digital Archive, accessed December 5, 2025, https://digitalarchive.rds.ie/items/show/6134.

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