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Canopic jar
Egyptian
Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 11–13
2061–1640 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Deir el-Bersha
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height: 23.7 cm (9 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.450
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTomb equipment – Canopics and canopic boxes
DescriptionThis canopic jar is carved of travertine (Egyptian alabaster) with roughly eveninly distributed veins. Virtually straight sides flare outward from a fairly narrow base to wide, bulging shoulders that curve gradually to a narrow aperture. No traces of applied text are evident. The interior cavity contains a black, earthy deposit. It is in perfect condition.
ProvenanceFrom Deir el-Bersha. 1915: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.
(Accession Date: March 1, 1921)
(Accession Date: March 1, 1921)