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Black-topped redware bowl

Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Naqada I–III, 3850–2960 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mostagedda, 442

Medium/Technique Pottery
Dimensions Overall: 8 x 10 cm (3 1/8 x 3 15/16 in.)
Credit Line By exchange with The British Museum
Accession Number55.55
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionSmall, deep, straight-sided bowl. B ware (Black-topped redware). black interior, polished. Plain rim, incomplete. Very shiny but pitted surface. Small bag of rim chips stored with it.
ProvenanceFindspot Information: From Mostagedda, Tomb 442:
Published Mostagedda, Pl. XVII, 28 H.
By exchange with British Museum, London