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Convex bowl
Egyptian
Early Dynastic Period
2960–2649 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Tarkhan, Tomb 1973
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height x diameter: 6 x 10.6 cm (2 3/8 x 4 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of British School of Archaeology in Egypt
Accession Number13.2809
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionThe stone has a saccharine texture. The base is flat, and the rim is plain. It is complete and in excellent condition.
ProvenanceTarkhan, Tomb 1973