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Fragment of inscribed cylindrical beaker
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6
2323–2150 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Kerma, Tell I, Trench 2, Room H
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Length: 6.5 cm (2 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.4268
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionIt is inscribed with the cartouche of Pepy I. It is a body fragmentt. Fragments are missing, including the base and rim.
ProvenanceFrom Nubia, Kerma. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Sudan.
(Accession date: December 4, 1913)
(Accession date: December 4, 1913)