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Straight-sided cup
Nubian
Napatan Period, reign of Senkamanisken
643–623 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Nuri, Pyramid 3 (Senkamanisken), NE foundation deposit
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 7.8 x 6.5 cm (3 1/16 x 2 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number20.4450
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Foundation deposits
DescriptionThis cup has straight sides and a straight, unworked rim. The base is pulled slightly to create a very small foot of sorts.
Small vessels made of medium to coarse grades of clay are common in grave, tomb, and temple contexts where they could be presented with offerings or as model offerings in and of themselves. The shaping of many is often poor and irregular. Frequent irregularities or asymmetry in shaping reflect fast work and mass production. Knife-cut or cord-cut bases are common, though rounded bases occur as well.
Small vessels made of medium to coarse grades of clay are common in grave, tomb, and temple contexts where they could be presented with offerings or as model offerings in and of themselves. The shaping of many is often poor and irregular. Frequent irregularities or asymmetry in shaping reflect fast work and mass production. Knife-cut or cord-cut bases are common, though rounded bases occur as well.
ProvenanceFrom Nuri, Pyramid 3 (tomb of Senkamanisken), NE foundation deposit. Excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of the Sudan.
(Accession Date: August 21, 2006)
(Accession Date: August 21, 2006)