Predynastic/Early Dynastic Alabaster Jar
Circa 3500-2649 BC
Description:
Attractive Predynastic to Early Dynastic alabaster jar. The slender vessel has concave sides that gently flare at the base and again at the top. Flattened offset rim. The heavily veined stone is semi-translucent. Visible concentric drill marks on inner walls of vessel.
Height:
5.5 in. (14 cm)
Rim Diameter: 3 in. (7.5 cm)
Condition:
Intact and fine.
Provenance:
Formerly in a private Ohio collection.
Reference: See EL-KHOULI nos. 655 and 858 for the type.
Price: $1,500
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