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Decorated miniature jar
Nubian
Meroitic Period
1st–3rd century
Findspot: Sudan, Nubia, Meroe, Pyr. N. XXX
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Legacy dimension: H. 0.052-
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number24.1079
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionBiscuit ware miniature wide mouthed jar. Painted with a ring of flies bounded by two lines above and below in red and brown. Chipped and everted rim, flat base. Has a Meroitic inscription.
InscriptionsIs inscribed
ProvenanceFindspot Information: From Meroe: Pyr. N. XXX [Excav. date] March, 1921