Ancient Egyptian model jackal from Faiyum or Abydos dated 664 – 332 BC

Wooden model jackal Anubis, probably from model coffin 1902.53.15.a. Shows traces of white paint. Back and head badly damaged by insects.

Ancient Egyptian model jackal from Faiyum or Abydos dated 664 – 332 BC

Object details

  • Reference: BOLMG:1902.53.15.d
  • Material: pigment plaster wood
  • Culture: Dynasty 26 - 30
  • Period: Late Period
  • Excavator: B.P. Grenfell
  • Dated: 664 - 332 BC
  • Object name: model jackal
  • Dimensions: Length: 110mm , Width: 27mm , Depth: 26mm
  • Published references: Petrie W M F Abydos 1 1902 35 - 36 ( pl LXXIV 1 2 3 )