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Sherds from a jar
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4
2575–2465 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 2120 A, debris of pit itself
Medium/Technique
Pottery (Nile Silt)
Dimensions
Rim diameter: approx. 12 cm
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number33.1037
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionElongated shouldered jar with rounded/pointed base, modeled rim and short neck, preserved only as sherds which are not reassembled. The body of the jar was handmade, likely through coiling, while the rim was turned on the slow wheel or similar turning device. The exterior of the jar is coated in a red/orange slip. There is an incised potmark on the shoulder of the jar 10 sherds total, rim still missing
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 2120 A, debris of pit itself. 1933: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.