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Crude R ware jar
Egyptian
Predynastic
3850–2960 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesaid, Tomb 871
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 13.5 x 9 cm (5 5/16 x 3 9/16 in.) [doesn't match object register dimensions]
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.5505
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: R ware
Vessel type: globular jar
Profile: ovoid, flask shape
Rim type: rolled
Base: pointed
Surface Condition: typical R ware; bullseye on side
Vessel Condition: good
Decoration:
Other:
Vessel type: globular jar
Profile: ovoid, flask shape
Rim type: rolled
Base: pointed
Surface Condition: typical R ware; bullseye on side
Vessel Condition: good
Decoration:
Other:
ProvenanceFrom Mesaid tomb 871 [M/871/a]. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.