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Sandals.

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A pair of sandals made from neatly plaited palm leaf with ornamental edging. The hole for the toe-strap is clearly seen. Egyptians went barefoot most of the time and sandals were reserved for special occasions. It was considered an honour to carry the sandals of a great man and the title 'Sandal-bearer' is attested from earliest times.

Present location

LIVERPOOL MUSEUM [03/061] LIVERPOOL

Inventory number

M11898

Dating

NEW KINGDOM

Archaeological Site

UNKNOWN

Category

SANDAL

Material

DATE-PALM FIBER

Technique

PLAITED

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