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Water Jar (Globular Jar)

1980–1801 BCE

Egypt, Haraga, cemetery S, tomb 366, excavated in 1914, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12

Medium
marl clay
Measurements
Diameter: 17.9 cm (7 1/16 in.); Overall: 20 cm (7 7/8 in.); Diameter of aperture: 7.6 cm (3 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of the British School of Archaeology in Egypt 1915.61
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Location
Not on view
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A globular ceramic vessel made of marl clay features a spherical body and a thick, flared rim. The matte surface is mottled with light orange and tan tones, marked by shallow scraping marks and dark spots concentrated on the left. The wide belly narrows upward to meet an upturned lip, while the bottom forms a smooth, rounded base.

Water Jar (Globular Jar)

1980–1801 BCE

Egypt, Haraga, cemetery S, tomb 366, excavated in 1914, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12

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