Bound Oryx Dish
Description
Object Label: This work represents an Egyptian antelope, now extinct, called the scimitar oryx. The Egyptians attempted to domesticate this species during the Old Kingdom and to use it as a food source for gods and humans. Typically it is shown bound, because it was considered an enemy of Osiris. This dish was used both to offer actual food to the deceased and, symbolically, to represent triumph over adverse forces. Caption: Bound Oryx Dish, ca.1390–1352 B.C.E.. Wood, 4 3/16 x 1 3/4 x 9 in. (10.6 x 4.4 x 22.9 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund, 49.54. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum (Gavin Ashworth, photographer))
AI image analysis GPT-4o-2024-08-06
Machine-generated from the object's image on May 2026. Not curatorial; treat deities, names, and signs below as the model's best reading, not authority.
A carved wooden artifact depicting a reclining antelope.
This artifact is a finely carved wooden representation of a reclining antelope, showcasing elegant curves and detailed features. The craftsmanship reflects a realistic portrayal, highlighting the natural form and posture of the animal. Notable features include the smooth finish and carefully carved horns, head, and legs tucked beneath the body.
Cross-references (2)
- BKM-Accession 49.54 tier-2
- BKM-Object 3535 tier-2
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- From the source institution — accession, description, dimensions, and dating are as catalogued by Brooklyn Museum — Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art.
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