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Convex bowl
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Naqada II–III, 3650–2960 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesaid, Tomb 924
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 7.5 x 12 cm (2 15/16 x 4 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.5524
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: Marl? or redware
Vessel type: bowl
Profile: convex sides
Rim type: plain, inverted; but painted with a band of red
Base: flat
Surface Condition: orange color, fine temper
Vessel Condition: good
Decoration: band of red only at rim; drips down sides in 2 spots
Other:
Vessel type: bowl
Profile: convex sides
Rim type: plain, inverted; but painted with a band of red
Base: flat
Surface Condition: orange color, fine temper
Vessel Condition: good
Decoration: band of red only at rim; drips down sides in 2 spots
Other:
ProvenanceFrom Mesaid tomb 924 [M/924/1]. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.