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Deep convex-sided bowl
Nubian
Napatan Period (?)
about 750–270 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Gebel Barkal
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 13 x 16.9 cm (5 1/8 x 6 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number20.4601
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionThis deep redware bowl has a thick, roughly formed base with slight finger hold marks. It has a straight rim with one fragment broken off and missing. There is one notable crack. The exterior has fired with some irregular pock marks. There are no traces of surface treatments.
ProvenanceFrom Nubia (Sudan) Gebel Barkal. Excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of the Sudan.
(Accession Date: August 25, 2006)
(Accession Date: August 25, 2006)