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Black-topped shoulder jar
Egyptian
Predynastic Period, Naqada II
3650–3300 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Deir el-Ballas, 72?
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 41.5 x 18 cm (16 5/16 x 7 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Kate Bradbury
Accession Number97.77
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionBlack and slightly polished near top; surface much scratched.
Black-topped shoulder jar; small flat base; wide mouh with rolled everted rim. Small nicks throughout. Wire mount around neck.
Black-topped shoulder jar; small flat base; wide mouh with rolled everted rim. Small nicks throughout. Wire mount around neck.
ProvenanceFrom Ballas
Probably from Quibell's excavation in 1895.
Probably from Quibell's excavation in 1895.