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Model cylinder jar
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5
2465–2323 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4631 B
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height x diameter: 3.7 x 2.6 cm (1 7/16 x 1 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.2874
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionOne of six flaring cylindrical model vases. (Three present: 21.2871-4)
ProvenanceFrom Giza, Mastaba G 4631B. 1914: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.