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Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5, reign of Userkaf
2465–2458 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4520 b
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height x diameter: 4.7 x 2.8 cm (1 7/8 x 1 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.2880
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionPerfect; partially bored out center; oxidized copper stain on exterior; one of six small offering vases
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 4520 b. 1914: excavated by the Harvard University– Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.