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R ware bowl
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Naqada I–III, 3850–2960 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesaid, M/981
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 4.5 x 11.5 cm (1 3/4 x 4 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.5545
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: R ware
Vessel type: bowl
Profile: slightly concave
Rim type: plain
Base: flat
Surface Condition: slightly chipped, interior smooth
Vessel Condition: okay, some chips
Decoration:
Other:
Vessel type: bowl
Profile: slightly concave
Rim type: plain
Base: flat
Surface Condition: slightly chipped, interior smooth
Vessel Condition: okay, some chips
Decoration:
Other:
ProvenanceFrom Mesaid tomb 981 [M/981].
1913: Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.
1913: Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.