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Miniature jar
Egyptian
Old Kingdom
2649–2100 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4220 a, burial chamber
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 7.5 x 4 cm (2 15/16 x 1 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number14.1667.1
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: red-brownware
Vessel type: miniature shoulder jar
Profile: tall
Rim type: vertical collar
Base: very wide, flat
Surface Condition: pink slip
Vessel Condition: good, slight nicking at edges of vessel
Decoration:
Other:
Vessel type: miniature shoulder jar
Profile: tall
Rim type: vertical collar
Base: very wide, flat
Surface Condition: pink slip
Vessel Condition: good, slight nicking at edges of vessel
Decoration:
Other:
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 4220 a, burial chamber. 1914: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.