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Miniature neckless shoulder jar
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4
2575–2465 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4540 A, chamber
Medium/Technique
Pottery (Nile Silt)
Dimensions
Maximum diameter (at shoulder): approx. 7 cm; Height: 6 cm
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13-12-22c.2
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
Description1 sherd of a miniature, squat neckless shouldered jar with flat base and collared rim. Approximately 50% of the vessel remains, including a full profile. The entire vessel was manufactured using the wheel, as is common for this class of pottery. // 13-12-22c.1
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 4540 A, chamber. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.