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Miniature plate
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4
2575–2465 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4540 A, chamber
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 1.5 x 9 cm (9/16 x 3 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number20.1926
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionFlattened miniature plate with thick walls, straight sides, plain rim, and wide, flat base. Light brownware. Perfect condition.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 4540A, chamber. G 14 Pot 13. 19: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.