Ancient Egyptian linen sheet dated 2055 – 332 BC

Large linen sheet, possibly once a shroud or sheet for clothing. Fabric is in good condition: pale and flexible. One warp (?) selvedge preserved. Fringing remains on one end. Sections clearly cut off in the past. Had been cleaned before arrival at Bolton.

Object details

  • Reference: BOLMG:1977.345.4
  • Material: linen
  • Culture: Dynasty 11 - 30
  • Period: Middle Kingdom - Late Period
  • Dated: 2055 - 332 BC
  • Associated person: W.M.F. Petrie
  • Object name: linen sheet
  • Dimensions: Length: 2250mm , Width: 1240mm , Depth: 1mm