It has a high shoulder. The base is flat, and the rim is inverted. There is no ring at the top. It is in good condition. It is complete.
Provenance
From Giza, Menkaura (Mycerinus) Valley Temple. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Egyptian, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4, 2575–2465 B.C.
Findspot
Egypt
Dimensions
Height x diameter: 6 x 11.5 cm (2 3/8 x 4 1/2 in.)
Accession Number
11.393
Medium or Technique
Porphyry