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Carinated bowl
Egyptian
Old Kingdom
2649–2100 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4733 E
Medium/Technique
Pottery (Nile clay)
Dimensions
Diam. 26.7, H. 12.4 cm (10 1/2 x 4 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number14.1248
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionLarge deep carinated bowl with modelled rim with flattened lip and round base. Red slipped interior and exterior. Surface Condition: slightly worn
Vessel Condition: fifteen total fragments; incomplete.
Vessel Condition: fifteen total fragments; incomplete.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 4733 E. 1914: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.