Object Description
A fine Ancient Egyptian ceremonial macehead carved from alabaster. The mace head has a tapered shape, with a convex top and conical body. A channel runs through the length of the stone, with circular openings at either end in which a shaft would have been place. The alabaster is cream in colour with natural bands and striations of white and beige in various hues running throughout the piece. The top of the macehead has been flattened on one side, either due to damage or to the stone wearing down. This piece comes with a custom-made stand.
The measurements listed below are for the macehead without the stand.
Date: 2686 – 2181 BC
Period: Old Kingdom Period