Eye-Stone
Date2181 BC-640 AD
MediumFaience, glass
DimensionsObject/Work: 2.6 x 1.5 mm
ClassificationsMiscellaneous Equipment
Terms
Object numberC00432
DescriptionPorcelain eye piece with a black glass pupil from a mummy mask. The Ancient Egyptians commonly used inlaid eyes and other body features when decorating coffins. They were normally made of glass and were used to create a three dimensional lifelike appearance.On View
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2700 BC-395 AD
1550-525 BC
1800-1850
1800-1900
2000-395 BC
400-300 BC
2700-30 BC
2700 BC-395 AD
2700 BC-395 AD