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Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4
2575–2465 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Menkaura (Mycerinus) Valley Temple

Medium/Technique Porphyry
Dimensions Height x diameter: 6.1 x 13.3 cm (2 3/8 x 5 1/4 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number11.405a
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionIt is colored green. The alabaster ring is 11.405b. The base is rounded, and the rim is rolled and everted. The surface is smooth. It is complete.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, Menkaura (Mycerinus) Valley Temple. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.