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Cylindrical beaker
Egyptian
Early Dynastic Period, Dynasty 1
2960–2770 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Abydos, Tomb of Zer
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height x diameter: 23.2 x 10.5 cm
Credit Line
Egypt Exploration Fund by subscription
Accession Number01.7291
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionThe base is flat, and the rim is rolled and everted. There is a rope pattern around the top. t is broken and mended. It is complete.
ProvenanceFrom Abydos, tomb of Zer. 1901: excavated by William Matthew Flinders Petrie for the Egypt Exploration Fund, assigned to the Egypt Exploration Fund in the division of finds by the government of Egypt, received by the MFA through subscription to the Egypt Exploration Fund. (Accession Date: August 1, 1901)