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Cross-lined beaker with stylized foliage

Naqada I, 3850–3650 B.C.

Medium/TechniquePottery: Nile silt ware

DimensionsHeight: 21.8 cm (8 9/16 in.)

Credit LineEmily Esther Sears Fund

Accession number04.1815

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ClassificationsVessels

Collections

Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East

ProvenanceSaid to be from Sheikh Ali. 1904: purchased for the MFA in Qena, Egypt from Ghirgas by Albert M. Lythgoe as part of a group (04.1814-04.1819) for £5. Acquired with funds from the Emily Esther Sears Fund. (Accession Date: January 1, 1904)

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