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Model jars

Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6
2323–2150 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4530 A, Shaft of chamber

Medium/Technique White limestone
Dimensions Height x diameter (#10): 8.0 x 6.3 cm (3 1/8 x 2 1/2 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number14.1014
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionTen limestone model jars; one broken; two repaired.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G4530A, Shaft of chamber. 1914: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.