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

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

This Egyptian basalt or graywacke jar dates to the Predynastic Period or 1st Dynasty (circa 3500-2900 B.C.), exemplifying early Egyptian ceramic craftsmanship. The vessel's form and material reflect the sophisticated understanding of stone-working techniques in ancient Egypt.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

Ancient Sculpture and Works of Art

June 30, 2021

Estimate: $5,000 – $8,000

Lot 113

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

This Egyptian basalt or graywacke jar dates to the Predynastic Period or 1st Dynasty (circa 3500-2900 B.C.), exemplifying early Egyptian ceramic craftsmanship. The vessel's form and material reflect the sophisticated understanding of stone-working techniques in ancient Egypt.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Artifact, Archaeological, Decorative, Vessel, Stone, Utilitarian, Predynastic, Earth Tones, Ancient, Egyptian