Advanced Search
Advanced Search

Model collared jar

Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4
2575–2465 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 7440 Z

Medium/Technique Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions Height x diameter: 9.0 x 4.0 cm (3 9/16 x 1 9/16 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number27.1474
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionOne of five model collared jars.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, tomb G 7440 Z. 1927: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.

(Accession date May 27, 1927)