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Miniature ring stand
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4
2575–2465 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4340 A debris
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 5 x 6 cm (1 15/16 x 2 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number20.1911
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionBrownware; miniature ring stand; slightly rolled rims; wide, flaring base; traces of white slip; several small cracks; small chip in body; about 90% complete.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 4340 A debris. G 14, Pot 10. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.