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Pyxis with Lid

c. 1901–1525 BCE

Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE)–New Kingdom

(1540–1069 BCE)
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Medium
turquoise faience with black decoration
Measurements
Overall: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.); Diameter of box: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust 1914.609
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Location
107 Egyptian
Print
A turquoise faience vessel features a cylindrical body topped by a conical lid. Muted blue-green glaze covers the surface, punctuated by brown wear patches and fine pitting. Delicate black lines illustrate tall marsh plants and birdlike figures across the exterior, while radiating lines converge at the lid's pointed apex. A small hole is visible near the upper rim. The lid's edge slightly overlaps the container, finishing its tapered, weathered silhouette.

Pyxis with Lid

c. 1901–1525 BCE

Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE)–New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE)

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