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Potstand
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4, reign of Snefru to Khufu
2575–2528 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 5380, in filling of mastaba
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 21 x 16 cm (8 1/4 x 6 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number47.3666
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: red-brownware
Vessel type: potstand
Profile: nearly symmetrical
Rim type: slightly rolled
Base: slightly rolled, slightly flaring
Surface Condition: light red wash; surface pitted
Vessel Condition: large portion of base missing; about 90% complete
Decoration:
Other:
Vessel type: potstand
Profile: nearly symmetrical
Rim type: slightly rolled
Base: slightly rolled, slightly flaring
Surface Condition: light red wash; surface pitted
Vessel Condition: large portion of base missing; about 90% complete
Decoration:
Other:
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 5380, in filling of mastaba. 1912: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt. (Accession date: June 2, 2022)