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R ware dish
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Nagada I–III, 3850–2960 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesaid, Tomb 646
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 3.5 x 9 cm (1 3/8 x 3 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number47.2503
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: R Ware
Vessel type: shallow miniature dish
Profile: straight side
Rim type: plain
Base: flat
Surface Condition: rough, brownish-gray patina
Vessel Condition: good; small rim chip
Decoration:
Other: coarse, but regular fashioning
Vessel type: shallow miniature dish
Profile: straight side
Rim type: plain
Base: flat
Surface Condition: rough, brownish-gray patina
Vessel Condition: good; small rim chip
Decoration:
Other: coarse, but regular fashioning
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Mesaid tomb 646. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt. (Accession date: June 2, 2022)