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Wavy-handled jar with net pattern
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Naqada II 3650–3300 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesaeed, Tomb 986
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Height: 28.8 cm (11 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.3961
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionCylindrical jar of buff ware; cream surface; wavy ledge below rim, net work pattern in brown paint.
Also accessioned as 13.5109.
Also accessioned as 13.5109.
ProvenanceFrom Mesaid (Mesa'eed) tomb 986 [M/986/c]. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; awarded to the MFA by the government of Egypt, December 4, 1913.
Also later accessioned as 13.5109
(Accession Date: December 4, 1913)
Also later accessioned as 13.5109
(Accession Date: December 4, 1913)