Meroë site 195: Excavation of the tank

Scope and Content

Image of the tank at site 195 ('Royal Baths') during excavation showing discovery of statues and architectural remains. Statue of a flute player can be seen in the foreground. John Garstang and Marie Garstang, can be seen showing Robert Mond an artefact. Handwritten note with negative states 'Meroë L46'. Album print marked '194 M12'.

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Published in Garstang's report to the Excavation Committee, (JG/7/1/3), labelled ‘Portions of columns & statues arranged to serve as foundations for later wall'. The report also notes Garstang is talking to 'Mr R M Mond, member of the Committee'. Reproduced as lantern slide 18 M4, entitled ‘Meroë. Flute player’.

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