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Concave beaker

Egyptian
Middle Kingdom
2061–1640 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Sheikh Farag, Tomb SF 42

Medium/Technique Stone
Dimensions Height: 7 cm (2 3/4 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.3912
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionIt is made of a light translucent stone, which is bluish-gray. The base is flat, and the rim is slightly rolled and everted. The surface is somewhat worn. It is complete.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Sheikh Farag. 1913: 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.


Findspot Information: From Sheikh Farag. S.F. / 42