An Egyptian Black Basalt Jar

An Egyptian Black Basalt Jar

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Black basalt jars are ancient Egyptian vessels, often carved from durable stone and used for storing oils, liquids, or serving funerary purposes. These pieces exemplify the sophisticated craftsmanship of ancient Egyptian artisans.

Stone CarvingNaqada IIJarVessel1st DynastyBlack BasaltPredynasticAncient EgyptEgyptian
An Egyptian Black Basalt Jar, Predynastic Period (Naqada II)/1st Dynasty, circa 3500-2900 B.C.

An Egyptian Black Basalt Jar, Predynastic Period (Naqada II)/1st Dynasty, circa 3500-2900 B.C.

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