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Globular jar
Nubian
Meroitic Period
270 B.C.–A.D. 320
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Kerma, Meroitic cemetery, grave 17
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 29.3 x 7.1 cm (11 9/16 x 2 13/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number20.4038
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionThis large globular (almost spherical) jar has a rounded base, a very short straight neck and straight unworked rim. The exterior retains traces of a red wash.
ProvenanceFrom Kerma, Meroitic cemetery, grave 17. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Sudan.
(Accession date: August 10, 2006)
(Accession date: August 10, 2006)