Lot 3: AN ANCIENT EGYPTIAN GRANITE OVOID JAR, CIRCA 4TH-3RD MILLENNIUM BC.
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This stone vessel is carved in the style of ancient Egyptian stoneware from the Predynastic or Early Dynastic periods, circa 4th to 3rd Millennium BC. The jar is fashioned from a mottled hardstone, which is characterised by a dense pattern of black and white mineral inclusions. The form features a bulbous, ovoid body that tapers to a small, flat base. The short neck flares into a wide, flat, projecting disc-shaped rim. The surface has been hand-carved and polished to a smooth finish.
H: Approximately 18cm
Condition report:
The vessel appears to be in good overall condition. The stone exhibits characteristic surface texture with minor pitting and natural irregularities consistent with age and the material type. No significant chips, cracks, or visible restorations are apparent from the provided images.
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