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Jar from a foundation deposit
Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 26, reign of Amasis
570–526 B.C.
Object Place: Egypt, Tell Nabasha, Temple of Wadjet
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 12 x 6.5 cm (4 3/4 x 2 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Egypt Exploration Fund by subscription
Accession Number87.533
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Foundation deposits
DescriptionJar of coarse yellow-brown clay, incrusted; pointed base.
ProvenanceExcavated by the Egypt Exploration Fund in the temple of Wadjet, Tell Nabasha; given to the MFA by the Egypt Exploration fund June 24, 1887.