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Miniature spouted bowl
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4–5
2575–2323 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4520 b, chamber
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 4 x 8 cm (1 9/16 x 3 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number20.1916
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionMiniature convex bowl with inverted rim, pinched spout, and wide, flat base. Brownware; black speckeld surface. Perfect condition.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 4520 b, chamber. G 14 Pot 11. 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.