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Saucer
Nubian
Meroitic Period
A.D. 90–246
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Beg. West, Pyramid 112
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
2.8 x 6.8 cm (1 1/8 x 2 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number22-2-118
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionPlate in form of square over circle. Small saucer with flat rim decorated with row of Wedjat eyes; eyes made separately and soldered on.
ProvenanceFrom Beg. West, Pyr. 112 1921: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Sudan.