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Miniature beaker
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Naqada I–III, 3850–2960 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesaid, Tomb 570
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 5.8 x 4 cm (2 5/16 x 1 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number47.2876
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: R ware
Vessel type: beaker, miniature
Profile: convex
Rim type: plain
Base: pointed
Surface Condition: dark brown, typical R ware
Vessel Condition: ok
Decoration:
Other: crudely made
Vessel type: beaker, miniature
Profile: convex
Rim type: plain
Base: pointed
Surface Condition: dark brown, typical R ware
Vessel Condition: ok
Decoration:
Other: crudely made
ProvenanceFrom Mesaid tomb 570 [M/570/4]. 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 Egypt. (Accession date: June 2, 2022)