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Miniature saucer
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4
2575–2465 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4340 A, debris in shaft
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 2.5 x 9.5 cm (1 x 3 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13-10-53ii
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: red-brown
Vessel type: miniature saucer
Profile: straight-sided
Rim type: plain
Base: flat
Surface Condition: traces of white slip; erosion on exterior
Vessel Condition: complete
Decoration:
Other:
Vessel type: miniature saucer
Profile: straight-sided
Rim type: plain
Base: flat
Surface Condition: traces of white slip; erosion on exterior
Vessel Condition: complete
Decoration:
Other:
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 4340 A, debris in shaft. 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.