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Concave cosmetic beaker

Egyptian
Middle Kingdom
2061–1784 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Rifeh

Medium/Technique Serpentinite
Dimensions Height x diameter: 11.2 x 8.4 cm (4 7/16 x 3 5/16 in.)
Credit Line Egyptian Research Account by subscription
Accession Number07.546
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On display at Houston Museum of Natural Science, TX, May 17, 2013 – March 31, 2027
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionThe base is flat, and the rim is plain and squared. The surface is worn. It is complete.
ProvenanceFrom Deir Rifa. 1907: excavated in Egypt by the Egyptian Research Account, division of finds with Egyptian government; October 10, 1907: awarded to the MFA through subscription to the Egyptian Research Account.