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Cylindrical beaker
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5
2465–2323 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Abydos, Temple 240 O
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Height: 6.5 cm (2 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Egypt Exploration Fund by subscription
Accession Number03.1823
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionThe base is splayed and flat, and the rim is slightly rolled and everted. The rim is also wide. There is a cartouche on the side. There is some discoloration. It is complete.
ProvenanceFrom Abydos, temple (240 O). 1903: excavated by William Matthew Flinders Petrie for the Egypt Exploration Fund, assigned to the Egypt Exploration Fund in the division of finds by the government of Egypt, received by the MFA through subscription to the Egypt Exploration Fund.
(Accession Date: January 1, 1903)
(Accession Date: January 1, 1903)