Giraffe Head

c. 1540–1296 BCE
Location: 107 Egyptian
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Both ancient Egyptian men and women loved cosmetics. Unguents, oils, and perfumes made from aromatic plant resins and gums were obtained at great cost from distant lands. The objects identified with cosmetics were given lavish treatment. The delicately head of a giraffe would have decorated an elaborate ivory cosmetic spoon.
Giraffe Head

Giraffe Head

c. 1540–1296 BCE

Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18

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