Egypt/Delta/Lower Egypt

6th Dynasty

Tomb of Qar Junior

Amphora

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Outside 5 YR 5/8, inside 10R 6/8

Original height estimated 50 cm including stopper. max diameter 32 cm. stopper height 12cm, max diameter 21 cm

Transport/Storage

Fine horizontal combing, white wash on exterior. Nile mud cap with impressed circles and seal impression of name and titles of Qar Junior and cartouche of Pepy I

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700°C - 800°C