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Egyptian Early Dynastic Alabaster Jar
Egyptian Early Dynastic Alabaster Jar
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**Originally Listed At $300**

Ancient Egypt, Old Kingdom, ca. 2500 BCE. A rounded vessel with a flat base, a drilled interior, and a wide, rounded mouth. It is carved from thick alabaster - hold this example to the light and you can see the bands of darker color within the stone. This type of vessel was used to hold cosmetics - the Egyptians are famous for the cosmetics worn by both men and women, such as black kohl painted around the eyes. Size: 2.55" W x 1.95" H (6.5 cm x 5 cm)

Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection

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Condition
Scratches on surface commensurate with age. Light encrustation on body, especially on the base.
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Egyptian Early Dynastic Alabaster Jar

Estimate $600 - $900
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Starting Price $275
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