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Model saucer
Egyptian
Old Kingdom
2649–2134 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 6050 east in debris
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions
Diameter: 4.7 cm (1 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number25.2772
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionModel saucer, evidently originally belonging to the set of Ptahnfrbw in 6010A. Worked with tube borer.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, G6050, east in debris. 1925: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.