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Opening of the Mouth cup

Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6
2350–2170 B.C.
Object Place: Egypt, Sheikh Farag

Medium/Technique Slate
Dimensions Height x diameter: 3.8 x 3.2 cm (1 1/2 x 1 1/4 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number24.734
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionSlate. Chipped at top.
ProvenanceFrom Sheikh Farag, tomb S.F.5202. 1923: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; 1924: assigned to the MFA by the Egyptian government.