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Carinated roll-rimmed bowl

Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6, reign of Neferkara Pepy II
2246–2152 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Tomb of Impy, G 2381 A

Medium/Technique Pottery
Dimensions Overall: 12 x 33 cm (4 3/4 x 13 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.3277
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionLarge, straight-sided, carinated dish; plain rim; rounded base; fine red ware; haematite wash; dull polished. See card 13.3272-81. Complete.
ProvenanceFrom Giza G 2381 A (tomb of Impy). 1912: 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. Accession date December 4, 1913.