Manual of Egyptian archæology and guide to the study of antiquities in Egypt. For the use of students and travellers (1914)
Maspero, G. (Gaston), 1846-1916, Johns, Agnes Sophia Griffith, 1859- · New York : G.P. Putnam's Sons; London, H. Grevel and Co. · leaf 276
Fig. 207. — Sheikhel Beled, OldKingdom. STATUAKV OF THE OLD EMPIRE. 249 Upper Eg\pt. lie has just brought a roll of papyrusor a tablet covered with writing to be examined byhis chief. Kneeling as custom ordained, his handscrossed, his shoulders stooping, his head slightlytilted, he waits in… … Fig. 208.—Head of the Sheikh el Beled. played a large part in administrative relationships,and an error in addition or an order misunderstoodwas followed in due course by blows. The sculptorhas rendered with inimitable skill the expression ofresigned uncertainty and sheepish gentleness thatresulted…
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