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Mastabas (benches)

Scope note

Use for Arabic benches built of stone or mudbrick; often placed along the front and sometimes sides of traditional houses or in other areas for lodging or socializing.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000259214

Broader Terms used

<benches by form or function>

Equivalent Terms used

mastaba (bench)

Created

13yrs ago

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