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Kohl stick
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6
2323–2150 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 5330 A, Pit A near front of mud casing
Medium/Technique
Wood
Dimensions
Diameter x length: 0.5 x 7.3 cm (3/16 x 2 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number14.1705
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionA small wood stick for application of kohl, with rounded end.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G5330A, Pit A near front of mud casing. 1914: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.