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Model bottle from an Opening of the Mouth set

Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6, reign of Neferkara Pepy II
2246–2152 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Tomb of Impy, G 2381 A

Medium/Technique Rock crystal
Dimensions Height x diameter: 5.7 x 2.9 cm (2 1/4 x 1 1/8 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.3267
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionSmall model bottle, not hollowed out, with smooth finish, translucent.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G2381 A (tomb of Impy). 1912: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.