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D ware jar with spirals
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Naqada II–III, 3650–2960 B.C.
Object Place: Egypt, Naqada, 529
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 15 x 20 cm (5 7/8 x 7 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of W. M. F. Petrie
Accession Number97.119
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionD ware; squat, ovoid jar; round base; flat, everted rim; two large black stains; decoration faded; spirals all over. Condition not good, hole on side, rim very chipped. Two tubular lug handles. Petrie type D57C.
ProvenanceFrom Naqada, N/529. Gift of the Egypt Exploration Fund.