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Eygptian
Late Period, Dynasty 26, reign of Amasis
570–526 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 7757, pit A, room II, Tomb of Kheper-Re.
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Overall: 7.3 cm (2 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number31.807
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionDiscolored blue-green glaze. Flaring rim. Broken and mended, partly missing.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, G 7757, (tomb of Kheperre) pit A, room II, tomb of Kheper-Re. November 1929: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.