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R ware jar
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Naqada I–III 3850–2960 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesaid, Tomb 982
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 18 x 11 cm (7 1/16 x 4 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13-3-1076b
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: R ware
Vessel type: tall
Profile: shoulder jar
Rim type: slightly flattened
Base: pointed
Surface Condition: deep red with large bullseye
Vessel Condition: ok; one hole in side
Decoration:
Other:
Vessel type: tall
Profile: shoulder jar
Rim type: slightly flattened
Base: pointed
Surface Condition: deep red with large bullseye
Vessel Condition: ok; one hole in side
Decoration:
Other:
ProvenanceFrom Mesaid tomb 982 [M/982/4]. 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.