An Egyptian Black Granite Pulley Weight, Old Kingdom, ca. 2686–2181 BCE
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This robust circular stone weight is finely shaped from mottled black granite, with a centrally drilled perforation and gently convex faces. The form is typical of Old Kingdom pulley weights used in simple hoisting systems and was most likely employed in construction, quarry, or workshop settings where cords or ropes were threaded through to lift or counterbalance heavy materials. The smooth, well-worn surface and utilitarian shaping reflect prolonged use in an administrative or engineering context during Egypt’s formative era of monumental building activity.
Medium: Stone
Dimensions: Diameter: 5 3/8 inches (13.65 cm). Presented on a custom mount.
Condition: Surface wear consistent with ancient use; minor edge nicks and abrasions; intact and stable.
Provenance: Estate of George S. Mack, Greenwich. Acquired 1980s - early 1990s.
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