Ancient Egyptian linen fragment from Tarkhan dated 3000 – 2890 BC

Uneven beige fragment with an open weave. Folded and twisted. Frayed edges.

Ancient Egyptian linen fragment from Tarkhan dated 3000 – 2890 BC

Object details

  • Reference: BOLMG:1913.66.30.2
  • Material: linen
  • Culture: Dynasty 1
  • Period: Early Dynastic Period
  • Dated: 3000 - 2890 BC
  • Object name: linen fragment
  • Dimensions: Length: 75mm , Width: 70mm , Depth: 4mm
  • Published references: Heliopolis Kafr Ammar and Shurafa p. 49 2038 #2
  • Site: Tarkhan
  • Latitude: 29.5
  • Longitude: 31.225