An Egyptian Limestone Model Leg, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BCE Medium - Gold the founder of the Third

the founder of the Third Dynasty of Ur

much of Clark’s collection was gifted to the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center

The pugio ceased to be issued at the end of the 1st century

Background:  In the middle of the sixth century

and the Indus Valley

An Egyptian Limestone Model Leg, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BCE Medium - Gold the founder of the ThirdA finely cast limestone plaster model left leg, with a realistic knee, nicely formed calf, and toes that have been stylized to depict jackal heads with long pointed ears. A carved leg like this example may have served as a model for a larger sculpture or to teach apprentice sculptors how to replicate a master style. Medium: Limestone Dimensions: Height: 9 1 2 inches (23. 5 cm) Condition: Repaired from three original pieces with restoration over the