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Miniature black-topped redware beaker
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Naqada I–II, 3850–3300 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesaid, 934
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 12.5 x 8 cm (4 15/16 x 3 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.5530
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: B ware; black-topped redware
Vessel type: beaker [miniature]
Profile: convex sides
Rim type: slightly rolled
Base: small and flat
Surface Condition: black only present on one area of the exterior rim
Vessel Condition: good but slightly worn; complete
Decoration: none
Other:
Vessel type: beaker [miniature]
Profile: convex sides
Rim type: slightly rolled
Base: small and flat
Surface Condition: black only present on one area of the exterior rim
Vessel Condition: good but slightly worn; complete
Decoration: none
Other:
ProvenanceFrom Mesaid, tomb 934 [M/934/2].
1913: Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.
1913: Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.