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Miniature neckless shouldered jar
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4
2575–2465 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Tomb of Hetepheres I, G 7000 X
Medium/Technique
Pottery (Nile silt clay)
Dimensions
Diameter of base: 3.9 cm; Height: 7 cm
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number37.2677
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionMiniature squat neckless jar with collared rim and flat base: complete. The entire vessel was manufactured using the wheel, as is common for this class of pottery. In addition, the bottom of the base was finished on the wheel. The jar is unslipped. The form is very similar to other miniature neckless shouldered jars like 13-12-22c.1, but less restricted around base and generally shorter and better made. Also // 20.1902.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, Tomb of Hetepheres I, G 7000 X. 1936: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.
(Accession Date: August 1, 1937)
(Accession Date: August 1, 1937)