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Cylindrical jar
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Naqada I–III, 3850–2960 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesaid, Tomb 28, Number 1
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height x diameter: 9.9 x 6.4 cm (3 7/8 x 2 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number11.188
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionThe stone is fine-grained. There is an irregular band of brown and white. It was drilled with a borer. It is heavy and in good condition. The base is flat, and the rim is rolled and everted. It is complete.
ProvenanceFrom Mesaid (Mesa'eed) tomb 28 [M/28/1]. 1910: Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.