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Vessel fragment

Egyptian
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Avenue 3 block debris

Medium/Technique Faience
Dimensions Overall: estimated H. 3 cm (1 3/16 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number25-12-577
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionThis vessel fragment has a lotus flower pattern in relief on the outside. It has green glaze on the outside and blue glaze on the inside.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, Avenue 3 block debris.1925: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.