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W ware beaker
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Naqada II–III, 3650–2960 B.C.
Findspot: Qena, 209
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 29.5 x 11 cm (11 5/8 x 4 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.5187
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: W Ware
Vessel type: Beaker
Profile: Cylinder
Rim type: rolled everted
Base: flat
Surface Condition: Diagonal cut marks on entire body
Vessel Condition: Very good, small rim chip
Decoration: scalloped design on upper portion
Other:
Vessel type: Beaker
Profile: Cylinder
Rim type: rolled everted
Base: flat
Surface Condition: Diagonal cut marks on entire body
Vessel Condition: Very good, small rim chip
Decoration: scalloped design on upper portion
Other:
ProvenanceFrom Qena, K/209/1. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.