Medium: Bronze
Geograhical Locations:
Dates:305–30 B.C.E.
Dimensions: 3 7/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 7/8 in. (9.8 x 2.9 x 4.8 cm)
Collections:
Accession Number: 37.374E
Image: 37.374E_NegA_SL4.jpg,unedited master file
Catalogue Description: Bronze figure of Imhotep in a seated position (the seat which was made separately is now missing). His feet rest upon a footrest from which descends a tang. He wears a tight-fitting cap and a short kilt. His right hand rests thumb up on his lap. His left hand, also resting on his lap, holds a cylindrical object which is probably to be interpreted as a papyrus roll. Condition: Green/black patina. The surface is very shiny, and it may have been coated. Some small spots of bright green and blue indicate reformation of new patina. Solid cast.